1/2nd 6wks Literary Devices Vocab

The way you see the story. Also, your opinion.

How the story makes you feel.

Usually the main character.

How are the characters connected?

Solving/Solution of the problem in the story.

When the author takes you to the past for a little while.

Can be people, animals, machines, robots, trees, cars, insects, etc...

The reason(s) for doing something.

The underlying truth about people and society. The Hidden Message

Usually the villian. Against the main character.

Action!--Events of the story.

Distinctive characteristics. Ex: mean, honest, stubborn, easy going, etc.

Issues in the story.

When and where the story takes place.

Hints

Man vs. Man, Man vs. Self, Man vs. Society, Man vs. Nature, Man vs Animal, Man vs Machine