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Define Epitaph
"This is where the party ends, no more fun here!"
an inscription on a tomb or gravestone.
"I told you I was sick!"
"Here lies a man who never learned to love."
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Define Short Story
a story about a cat that learns to fly.
a story about a tree that wants to be a car.
a little adventure you can read in one sitting.
a story about a fish that can talk and run on land.
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Define Juxtaposition
a type of food that is spicy.
when two different things are placed next to each other.
a dance move that people do at parties.
putting things in a line to count them.
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Define Metaphor
"He runs faster than a cheetah."
a way of describing something by comparing it to something else.
a comparison which is not literally true.
"The cat sat on the mat."
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Define Conflict
sharing toys nicely.
when everyone agrees.
a happy time together.
a disagreement or struggle between two or more people.
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Define Paradox
a literary device used exclusively in poetry to create rhythm.
a type of mathematical equation that always has a single solution.
an event that can only happen in the future and cannot be predicted.
a statement or proposition that seems self-contradictory.
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Define Symbol
a type of physical object that can be touched and held.
exclusively used in mathematical equations to denote numbers only.
a synonym for the word "letter" in the English alphabet.
a mark, sign, or word that represents an idea, object, or relationship.
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Define Irony
being very serious all the time.
a way to cook food.
a type of fruit.
when something happens that is the opposite of what you expect.
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Define Parable
a historical account detailing events from the past.
a short narrative that conveys a moral lesson through metaphorical meaning.
a type of poem that expresses emotions and feelings.
a simple story used to illustrate a moral or spiritual lesson.
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Define Plot
the sequence of events that make up a story.
the main character's dialogue throughout the story.
refers to the setting and time period in which a story takes place.
the theme or moral lesson conveyed by the story.
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Define Tone
the type of food a character likes.
the attitude of the writer toward the subject.
the time of day in a story.
a type of music played in the background.
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Define Prosb
a type of fruit found in tropical regions.
a specific style of painting from the Renaissance period.
a term used in finance that refers to a type of financial instrument.
a musical genre that originated in the 18th century.
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Define First Person
narrative perspective that provides an objective view of the characters.
a narrative point of view where the story is told from an character.
a type of storytelling that relies solely on dialogue between characters.
a narrative style where the author speaks directly to the reader.
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Define Motifs
a character's name in the story.
a type of animal in a story.
the setting where the story takes place.
a repeated image or idea in a story.
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Define Flashback
always happens in chronological order.
skips details about characters' past experiences.
predicts future events in the story.
shows past events to provide context or background.
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Define Hyperbole
"She is as tall as a tree."
an extreme exaggeration.
"He runs faster than the wind."
"The cat sat on the mat."
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Define Mood
measured in physical units like inches or pounds.
external circumstances and has no relation to internal feelings.
a permanent personality trait that does not change over time.
a temporary state of mind or feeling, such as happiness, sadness, or anger.
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Define Setting
the story is set on the moon during a snowstorm.
a busy city underwater.
the story happens in outer space.
The story takes place in a big, scary forest.
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Define Soliloquy
a dance performance in a theater.
a type of musical with singing and acting.
a discussion between two characters.
a speech where a character talks to themselves, sharing thoughts.
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Define Suspense
the feeling of excitement or anxious uncertainty about what will happen.
only found in funny stories.
when everything in the story is clear and easy to understand.
feeling very happy and joyful.
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Define Second Person
second person uses "he," "she," or "they."
second person uses "you" to address the reader.
second person uses "I" or "we."
second person avoids pronouns entirely.
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Define Analogy
Tree is to Leaf as Flower is to Root.
Dog is to Bark as Cat is to Run.
Car is to Drive as Bicycle is to Walk.
a way of comparing two different things to help understand one of them.
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Define Narrator
tells the story.
always knows what every character feels.
never talks to the readers.
a character in the story.
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Define Round Character
character never changes or grows throughout the story.
always the Antagonist of the story.
a minor character with no depth.
a complex, well-developed character with multiple traits.
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Define Foreshadowing
hints at events that will happen later in the story.
provides no clues about the story's direction.
describes only past events in detail.
reveals every detail of future events explicitly.
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Define Sarcasm
a type of non-verbal communication.
a form of verbal irony where someone says the opposite of something.
an expression of agreement where individuals share the same opinion.
when someone expresses their sincere feelings and emotions.
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Define Antihero
a side character that provides comic relief in serious narratives.
a character who possesses superhuman powers.
a central character in a story who lacks conventional heroic.
always a villain who opposes the protagonist.
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Define Flat Character
the main character.
complex and well-developed.
a simple, one-dimensional character.
undergoes major changes.
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Define Motive
a reason for doing something, especially one that is hidden.
the physical location where an event takes place.
refers to the emotional state of a person at a specific moment.
a type of legal document used in court proceedings.
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Define Protagonist
the setting where the story takes place.
the moral lesson of the story.
always the villain of the story.
the main character in a story, often central to the plot and conflict.
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Define Omniscient
narration uses "I" to tell the story.
narration only shows one character's thoughts.
narration reveals the thoughts and feelings of all characters.
narration avoids describing character's emotions.
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Define Imagery
the use of numbers and statistics in writing to support arguments.
a type of poetry that only focuses on visual elements.
a literary device that uses descriptive language.
the physical appearance of a character in a story.
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Define Character Foil
character who contrasts with another, usually the protagonist
a character who is exactly the same as the main character.
a character that helps the main character win the story.
a character that is not in the story at all.
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Define Satire
type of poetry that celebrates the beauty of nature.
used in scientific writing to present factual information.
a genre of literature and performing arts.
serious form of writing that aims to provide an accurate depiction.
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Define Local Color
the color of paint used in houses.
about the weather in a different country.
a writing style that describes the unique traits of a place.
when people wear only bright clothes.
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Define Point of View
perspective from which a story is narrated.
the genre of the story, such as fiction, non-fiction, or poetry.
the physical location where the story takes place.
the moral lessons conveyed through the characters’ actions in the story.
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Define Comedy
explores themes of loss and despair.
a joke that plays on the absurdity of everyday situations.
a philosophical debate on the meaning of life that lacks humor.
a serious documentary about climate change that aims to inform viewers.
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Define Theme
the story takes place in outer space.
everyone has a pet dinosaur.
the main character lives in a castle.
the main idea or message the author conveys through a story.
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Define Personification
the cat ran quickly.
the sun shined brightly.
giving human qualities, like feelings or actions, to non-human things.
the book was on the table.
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Define Antagonist
the setting where the story unfolds.
a character or force that opposes the protagonist.
the main hero of the story.
the theme or message of the story.
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Define Static Character
one who does not undergo significant change throughout the story.
character experiences major personal growth in the story.
the main character who drives the plot.
defined by having a complex and envolving personality.
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Define Third Person
third person avoids personal pronouns entirely.
third person addresses the reader directly as "you."
third person uses "I" or "we."
third person uses "he," "she," "they," or proper nouns to narrate.
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Define Dialogue
"This project is a waste of time, and I won't put any effort into it."
"Your opinion doesn’t matter to me at all; I’ll just ignore it."
when two or more people are talking to each other.
"I don’t care what you think about the project; I’m doing it my way."
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Define Diction
a type of punctuation used in writing to separate different ideas.
the choice and use of words and phrases in speech or writing.
a literary device that involves the repetition of consonant sounds.
the grammatical structure of sentences in a language.
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Define Simile
"The wind whispered through the trees."
"The classroom was filled with laughter."
a figure of speech that compares two different things.
"Her smile was as bright as the sun."
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Define Character
the setting of a story.
the theme of the story.
a person or entity in a story.
the plot of a story.
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Define Internal Conflict
when two friends argue out loud.
choosing what to wear in the morning.
a struggle between different parts of a person’s mind or feelings.
when they're struggling with a thought inside their own head.
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Define Tragedy
a story where the main character always succeeds.
a dramatic work that presents the downfall of a dignified character.
a type of comedy that ends happily with a wedding.
a literary genre that focuses solely on humorous events and characters.
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Define External Conflict
occurs only when a character encounters a supernatural entity or force.
refers to a character’s inner struggle with their thoughts and emotions.
when a character fights against their own moral values and beliefs.
a struggle between a character and an outside force.
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Define Dynamic Character
one who undergoes significant internal change throughout the story.
defined by their physical appearance.
character always the villain of the story.
character remains unchanged from the beginning to end.
