Final Quizlet

TALES

T-topic sentence
A-add background
L-lift a line
E- explain
S-sum it up

define a simile

figure of speech that makes comparisons between two things using the word like or as

define theme

main idea in a work of literature; a perception about life or human nature that the writer shares with the reader; must be inferred

define characterization

methods that a writer uses to develop characters
4 methods:
describing character's physical appearance
describing a character's nature through his/her own speech, thoughts, feelings, or actions
speech, thoughts, actions, or feelings of other characters
na

define verbal irony

occurs when someone knowingly exaggerates or says one thing and means another

define dramatic irony

where the reader or viewer knows something that a character does not know

define situational irony

contrast between what a reader or character expects and what actually exists or happens

define conflict

struggle between opposing forces
2 types: External-involves a character pitted against an outside force (nature, physical obstacle, or another character)
Internal-occurs within a character