Unit 2 Vocabulary

Question 1

the type or class of a work, usually categorized by form, technique, or content

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Genre

Question 2

the emotions or set of associations attached to a word that is implied rather than literal (e.g., feeling blue)

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Connotative meaning

Question 3

the time and place in which a narrative occurs.

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Setting

Question 4

paraphrased or directly quoted detail(s) from a text that supports a reader’s claim, thought, inference, or analysis

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Text evidence

Question 5

the reason an author writes about a particular topic

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Author’s purpose

Question 6

a secondary story in a narrative that adds complexity and connects to the main plot with setting, characters, or theme

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Subplot

Question 7

the basic components of most literary works such as setting, plot, characterization, point of view, theme, tone, etc.

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Literary element

Question 8

the lines spoken between two or more characters in fiction or a play;

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Dialogue

Question 9

word choice that may be determined by the writer&#x27;s style, purpose, and need to communicate effectively

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Diction

Question 10

the author’s thoughtful use of precise vocabulary to fully convey meaning to the reader

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Word choice

Question 11

the author’s particular attitude, either stated or implied in writing

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Tone

Question 12

a specific convention such as imagery, irony, or foreshadowing that is employed by the author to produce a given effect.

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Literary device

Question 13

picture or other image within a text

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Graphic feature

Question 14

literary works written in a stage play format which includes dialogue and stage directions

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Drama

Question 15

Literary works focused on the expression of feelings and ideas through a distinctive style that is often rhythmical

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Poetry

Question 16

a difficult ethical decision between two or more equally appealing choices

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Moral dilemma

Question 17

the basic rhythmic structure in verse, composed of stressed and unstressed syllables

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Meter

Question 18

written/spoken explanations or interpretations that further develop an idea

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Commentary

Question 19

the method in which an author constructs a character by explicitly stating aspects of his/her personality and appearance

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Direct Characterization

Question 20

the dictionary definition of a word; the literal or cognitive meaning

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Denotative meaning

Question 21

the words, sentences, or passages that precede or follow a specific word, sentence, or passage

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Context

Question 22

intentional use of text and graphic features, syntax, devices, and diction to create an effective written work

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Author’s craft

Question 23

a close reading of a literary work that analyzes the author’s use of language, devices, and genre characteristics

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Literary analysis

Question 24

the universal idea of a literary work that often relates to morals or values and speaks to the human experience

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Theme

Question 25

language not intended to be taken literally but layered with meaning through the use of devices like imagery & metaphors

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Figurative language

Question 26

a story that has both a literal and a symbolic meaning. Characters or objects often embody abstract ideas

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Allegory

Question 27

the use of humor, ridicule, or over exaggeration as a form of social commentary

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Satire

Question 28

a poetic structure with characteristics based on meter, lines, and rhyme schemes such as a sonnet, ballad, haiku, & epic

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Poetic form

Question 29

How an author constructs a character by revealing aspects of them through their actions, thoughts, speech, , etc

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Indirect Characterization

Question 30

the aspects of a writer’s use of language; diction, syntax, sentence fluency, figurative language, and voice

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Style

Question 31

the atmosphere or feeling created by the writer; it can be expressed through imagery, word choice, setting,

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Mood

Question 32

an author’s unique expression of language created by stylistic elements such as syntax, diction, and figurative language

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Voice

Question 33

a seemingly contradictory statement that on closer scrutiny reveals a deeper truth (e.g., life is but a dream)

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Paradox

Question 34

Writing that is recognized as having artistic value. Basic forms are prose, fiction, drama, & poetry

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Literary text

Question 35

in literature, the opposition of persons or forces that brings about dramatic action central to the plot of a story.

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Conflict

Question 36

a close examination of a work to gain understanding of its meaning and features that extends beyond summary

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Analysis

Question 37

the basic sequence of a story that includes the exposition, rising action, climax, falling action, and resolution

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Plot

Question 38

the sustained interest created by the buildup of events and delayed resolution of the plot’s conflict

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Suspense

Question 39

descriptions or instructions in a play that provide information about characters, dialogue, setting, and actions

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Stage directions

Unit 2 Vocabulary

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Unit 2 Vocabulary

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