Reading Comprehension

Use of words to mean the opposite of what is stated.

All action that follows the climax to tie up loose ends of the story

A recurring structure, instance, or device that serves to emphasize theme.

Language meant to engage the senses, particularly sight

The attribution of human traits to nonhuman things.

The use of two contradictory terms, such as "deafening silence" or "jumbo shrimp"

An exaggerated description or characterization, usually for comic effect.

Saying one thing and meaning another, usually distinguished by tone.

Repetition of vowel sounds in a group of words.

Comparing two like things by equating them.

An unexpected moment of clarity or realization

Clues left by the author that hint at the progression of events

A question that is not meant to elicit an actual response

An expression unique to a certain language that is not meant to be taken literally

Words meant to resemble sounds

An overused or stock expression that has lost its freshness.

What is the most intense moment or turning point of the story called?

The universal idea

the text's main argument that is proven by examples and analysis.

The audience is aware of more than the characters

Which part of the story introduces the characters and setting?

An exaggeration or overstatement.

A seemingly contradictory statement that gestures toward a deeper truth

What part of the story resolves the conflict?

A play on words that relies on sonic similarity

Repetition of consonant sounds, typically found in the first letters of words.

What is the major problem in the story?

A reference to history or another literary work

Events that build up to the climax of the story