Conjunctions, Clauses, and Literary Elements

A collection of flashcards covering key concepts related to conjunctions, clauses, literary elements, and narrative techniques.

What are the 7 coordinating conjunctions represented by FANBOYS?

For, And, Nor, But, Or, Yet, So.

What do coordinating conjunctions connect?

Independent clauses in a compound sentence.

Name at least 4 subordinating conjunctions.

While, During, Although, If.

What is a compound-complex sentence?

A sentence that has two independent clauses and at least one dependent clause.

What does an essential appositive provide?

Necessary information to identify the noun it follows.

What is foreshadowing in literature?

Clues or hints at events yet to come.

What are the three types of literary conflict?

Internal conflict, External conflict (character vs. self, character vs. nature, character vs. society).

What is a round character?

A complex character with multiple dimensions and traits.

Define first-person narrative perspective.

A character in the story (the protagonist) narrates the events.

What is a theme in literature?

A universal message or lesson conveyed through the narrative.

What is situational irony?

When the outcome is different from what was expected.

What does the term 'motif' refer to?

A repeated symbol, theme, action, etc., with significant meaning.

What is the purpose of apposition in a sentence?

To add extra information or clarification about a noun.

What is characterization?

The process of giving realistic traits to characters.

What is an oxymoron?

A figure of speech in which contradictory terms appear in conjunction.

Define the components of the Freytag Pyramid for plot structure.

Exposition, Rising Action, Climax, Falling Action, Resolution.

What is dramatic irony?

When the audience knows more than the characters in the story.

What does the term 'symbolism' refer to?

An object that represents an abstract idea.

How does a dynamic character differ from a static character?

A dynamic character changes throughout the story, while a static character remains the same.

What does imagery involve?

Descriptive language that evokes sensory experience.

What is an allusion?

A reference to a well-known person, place, event, literary work, or work of art.