Romeo and Juliet

Allusion

A reference to another work of literature, person, or event.

Aside

A short remark a character makes to the audience or another character that others on stage don’t hear.

Foil Character

A character who contrasts with another to highlight their differences.

Foreshadowing

Hints or clues about what will happen later in the story.

Oxymoron

A phrase that combines opposite words.

Pun

A play on words that have multiple meanings or sound alike.

Metaphor

A direct comparison between two things without using “like” or “as.”

Monologue

A long speech by one character to others.