Literary Structure & Elements

Question 1

Flashback

Answer 1

A scene in a book, movie, or story that occurs before the current scene.

All of a sudden, Jimmy saw himself twenty years ago.

Question 2

Dialogue

Answer 2

Talking by a character in the story.

“I think we should go left.” said Bill.
“Ok, sounds good.” replied Paul

Question 3

Point of View

Answer 3

The perspective the story is told from.

• First Person: The story is told from the viewpoint of a character using “I” and “me”.
• Second Person: The story addresses the reader directly using “you”.
• Third Person Limited: The story is told from the perspective of a single character, using “he,” “she,” or “they,” and the narrator knows only their thoughts and feelings.
• Third Person Omniscient: The story is told from a god-like perspective, where the narrator knows the thoughts and feelings of all characters.
• Third Person Objective: The story is told as an objective observer, reporting on events and actions without revealing character thoughts.

Question 4

Tone

Answer 4

The general additude of a piece of writing.

For example, a piece could be gloomy, or bright.

Question 5

Theme

Answer 5

A reccuring idea in a piece of writing.

For example: love, loss, betrayal, happiness.

Question 6

Irony

Answer 6

The use of language that typically signifies the opposite, for humorous effect.

I think that’s a great idea.

Question 7

Conflict

Answer 7

A disagreement or argument.

Jane and Rick were in a conflict about what dog they should adopt.

Question 8

Resolution

Answer 8

The solution to a conflict.

Jane and Rick adopted two dogs!

Question 9

Inference

Answer 9

Making an assumption based on evidence.

If someone slams a door, you can infer they are upset.