Some Basic Literary Terms

Values, Attitudes and Beliefs that you are raised to follow

The hero of the story

Elizabethan and Jacobean hierarchal belief system

A fatal flaw leading to the downfall of a tragic hero or heroine

Denoted by a title

Named after a particular person

Contrast of two characters

Every decision an individual has made has led them to their present scenario.

what is the name of the character opposing the protagonist?

Character used to show an overarching theme or concept

A phrase or sentence where two contrasting ideas are used in order to reveal a hidden truth

Excessive pride or self-confidence

When all the threads come together at the end.

The belief that objects, places, and creatures all possess a distinct spiritual essence.

To bring about resolution, but it can also introduce comedic relief, disentangle a plot, or surprise an audience.

A hint at what will happen

Punctuation that denotes a shift in time or place or both

Murder of Royalty

Differences between groups of individuals, such as cultural, class or gender differences.

Elizabethan and Jacobean personality traits

A central character who lacks conventional heroic attributes

Two opposing elements are placed side by side in order to highlight their similarities and differences.