Grade 9: Literary Terms and Dramatic Devices

Question 1

The struggle between 2 or more forces. It is the basis of any story.

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conflict

Question 2

Refers to the place, the time and the situation of the story.

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setting

Question 3

The central character of the story whether they be sympathetic or unsympathetic.

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protagonist

Question 4

A writing device in which the unexpected happens.

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irony

Question 5

A writing device in which the exact opposit to what the reader expects happens.

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surprise

Question 6

The highest point of tension or interest in the plot.

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climax

Question 7

The first action of the story which gets the plot started. The main conflict is introduced.

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inciting action

Question 8

The first part of the plot which gives background information.

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introduction

Question 9

Where the events of the story increase in interest and tension.

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rising action

Question 10

The writing device used to hint at something which will happen later in the story. Suspense.

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foreshadowing

Question 11

The forces grouped against the main caracter of the story.

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antagonist

Question 12

Where the events of the story usually decrease in interest and tension.

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falling action

Question 13

It is an illustration of some aspects of life or human nature which the author emphasizes.

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theme

Questions 13