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Question 1

What is the term for using descriptive language to create vivid mental pictures?

Answer 1

Imagery

Includes techniques like metaphor, simile, and personification.

Question 2

What is the literary device that uses an object or action to represent a deeper meaning?

Answer 2

Symbolism

Often used to convey themes and ideas.

Question 3

What term describes a group of words related by a common theme or idea?

Answer 3

Semantic field

Helps to create a specific mood or context.

Question 4

What is the technique that involves characters speaking to convey information and advance the plot?

Answer 4

Dialogue

Essential for character development and interaction.

Question 5

What term refers to the writer’s attitude or emotional quality conveyed through their writing?

Answer 5

Tone / atmosphere

Influences the reader’s emotional response.

Question 6

Which literary device appeals to the senses to enhance the reader’s experience?

Answer 6

Senses

Involves sight, sound, taste, touch, and smell.

Question 7

What is the term for the arrangement of words in a sentence that affects its meaning?

Answer 7

Sentence structure

Can vary to create different effects and clarity.

Question 8

What literary technique contrasts two opposing ideas to highlight differences?

Answer 8

Contrasts / juxtaposition / antithesis

Effective for emphasizing themes.

Question 9

What is the term for the repetition of words or phrases to create emphasis?

Answer 9

Repetition / anaphora

Often used in speeches and poetry.

Question 10

What is a group of three related words or phrases called?

Answer 10

Triplet

Used for rhythm and emphasis in writing.

Question 11

What are words that express necessity or possibility, often modifying verbs?

Answer 11

Modal verbs / word classes

Includes terms like can, could, may, might.

Question 12

What term refers to pronouns that refer to a group rather than an individual?

Answer 12

Collective pronoun

Examples include ‘we’, ‘us’, and ‘they’.

Question 13

What is meant by ‘Establishment of character’?

Answer 13

The process of defining and developing a character’s traits, background, and motivations.

This can include physical descriptions, personality traits, and backstory.

Question 14

Define ‘Setting’ in literature.

Answer 14

The time and place in which a story occurs.

It encompasses the geographical location, historical context, and social environment.

Question 15

What are ‘Stereotypes’?

Answer 15

Oversimplified and widely held beliefs or ideas about a particular group of people.

Stereotypes can influence character development and plot dynamics.

Question 16

What does ‘Introducing new character/setting’ refer to?

Answer 16

The act of adding a new character or changing the environment within the narrative.

This can alter the story’s direction and character interactions.

Question 17

What does ‘Change POV / shift in perspective’ mean?

Answer 17

Altering the point of view from which the story is told.

This can provide different insights or emotional responses to the narrative.

Question 18

What is the significance of ‘Sentences’ in writing?

Answer 18

They are the building blocks of paragraphs and help convey ideas clearly.

The structure and variety of sentences can affect the readability and style of the text.

Question 19

Define ‘cyclical structure’.

Answer 19

A narrative structure that ends where it began, creating a sense of closure or completeness.

This can enhance themes and character development.

Question 20

What does ‘paragraph length’ refer to?

Answer 20

The number of sentences in a paragraph, which can influence pacing and readability.

Varying paragraph lengths can create emphasis or tension in writing.

Question 21

What is the role of ‘Introduction of dialogue / other characters’?

Answer 21

To enhance character development and advance the plot through interactions.

Dialogue can reveal character traits and emotions.

Question 22

What does ‘In media res’ mean?

Answer 22

A narrative technique where the story begins in the middle of the action.

This can engage the reader immediately and create suspense.

Question 23

What is the narrative voice that uses a third-person perspective but focuses on the thoughts and feelings of one character?

Answer 23

3rd person limited

This narrative style allows readers to connect deeply with a single character while maintaining an outside perspective.

Question 24

What is the narrative voice that provides an all-knowing perspective, revealing the thoughts and feelings of multiple characters?

Answer 24

3rd person omniscient

This style allows for a broader understanding of the story and its characters.

Question 25

What literary device involves a contrast between expectation and reality?

Answer 25

Irony ## Footnote Irony can manifest in various forms, including verbal, situational, and dramatic.

Question 26

What term describes a feeling or intuition that something bad will happen in the future?

Answer 26

Foreboding ## Footnote Foreboding often creates tension and anticipation in a narrative.

Question 27

Which literary movement focuses on a realistic portrayal of life, often highlighting social issues and the human condition?

Answer 27

Realist ## Footnote Realism seeks to depict everyday life and ordinary events without embellishment.

Question 28

What literary approach emphasizes the influence of environment and heredity on human behavior?

Answer 28

Naturalist ## Footnote Naturalism often portrays characters as products of their environment and circumstances.

Question 29

What term refers to a literary movement characterized by a break from traditional forms and an exploration of new techniques and themes?

Answer 29

Modernist ## Footnote Modernism often reflects the disillusionment of the early 20th century and challenges conventional narratives.

Question 30

Fill in the blank: The _______ is the name of a literary work, which often gives insight into its themes and subject matter.

Answer 30

[Title] ## Footnote The title can significantly affect a reader's first impression of the work.