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
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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