Macbeth/Hamlet literary devices

contrast between what is and what is expected

character who contrasts another character

Metaphors, similes, and hyperboles are examples of-

logical conclusions

reference to something known from literature, history, religion, etc.

language that appeals to the senses

an error in judgement or character defect that leads to downfall

the main character in a tragedy who suffers complete ruin or death

the general feeling and emotions that the writing creates for the reader

A speech given alone on stage is an aside.

something used to represent a major idea or theme

tension

Shakespeare uses this to break the tension in his plays

when the audience knows something that characters do not

Shakespeare wrote primarily in....

speech given by a character alone on stage, revealing private thoughts

contradiction but holds truth