Literature Terms

Refers to the method of narration used in a short story, novel, narrative poem, or non fiction.

In a plot the point of maximum interest or tension

The voice in poetry that "talks" to the reader, not necessarily the poet.

To restate in ones own words and includes all the original details but is in similar language.

Like fiction, it contains the element of plot, conflict, character, and setting to make a story

First stage in a plot provides background information, introduces setting, important characters

The feeling or atmosphere that a writer creates for the reader in a literary work.

The occurrence of similar or identical sounds at the end of two or more words

In a plot, shows the results of the important action that happened at the climax

The stage in a plot in which the conflict develops and story events build towards a climax

The resolution of the plot

The attitude a writer takes toward a subject.