English 8/18/15 Flashcards
Argument
A logical way of presenting a belief, conclusion, or stance; supported with reasoning and evidence.
Antagonist
A character/force of conflict with main character or protagonist
Protagonist
The main character in a story
Author’s Style
Every feature of a writer’s use of language; an author’s typical way of writing
Character
Person or an animal that takes part in the action of the literary work
Round Character
Fully developed; exhibits many traits; often shows faults and virtues
Flat Character
One-sided and often stereotypical
Dynamic Character
Changes or grows during the course of work
Static Character
One who does change
Conflict
A struggle between opposing forces; important because it causes the action
External Conflict
A struggle against an outside force
Internal Conflict
A struggle within the mind of a character or struggle to make a decision, take an action, or overcome a feeling
Empathy
Understanding and entering into another’s feelings
Enhance
To increase or improve in value, quality, desirability, or attractiveness
Intuitive
Spontaneously deprived from or prompted by natural tendency