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Allusion
An indirect reference to something familiar, like a literary text, historical event, or song.
Alter-ego
A character used by the author to express their own thoughts to the audience.
Didactic
Refers to literature that teaches a lesson or moral values.
Euphemism
A milder substitute for harsh or unpleasant words or ideas.
Idiom
A common expression that doesn't make literal sense.
Metonymy
Substituting a word with a related concept.
Style
Writer's choices in language, tone, and structure.
Symbol
Something representing another idea or concept.
Foreshadowing
Hints by the author about future events in the story.
Verbal Irony
Saying something while meaning the opposite.
Dramatic Irony
Audience knowing more than the characters.
Situational Irony
Plot twist that surprises or amuses.
Juxtaposition
Placing things together for comparison.
Mood
Atmosphere created by word choice in literature.
Oxymoron
Pairing contradictory terms to suggest a paradox.
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