Literary Terms Flashcards
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Allegory
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Story with two meanings. Literary and symbolic
2
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Allusion
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An indirect reference to a person, event, statement, theme, or work
3
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Anachrony
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Literary technique of presenting material out of chronological order
4
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Anecdote
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A brief account that focuses on a particular once dent or event
5
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Archetype
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Recurrent symbol or motif in literature
6
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Character
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A person or animal that takes place in action
7
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Characterization
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The various means by which an author describes and develops the characters
8
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Cliche
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An expression that has been overused to the extent it’s freshness has worn off
9
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Conflict
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Struggle between opposing forces
10
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Adage
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A familiar proverb or wise saying
