Studyy Flashcards
(26 cards)
What is the main purpose of a thesis statement?
To present the main argument or point of an essay.
True or False: A simile directly compares two unlike things without using ‘like’ or ‘as’.
False
Fill in the blank: The __________ of a story refers to the time and place in which it occurs.
setting
What type of literary device is used in the phrase ‘the wind whispered through the trees’?
personification
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is an example of a theme? A) A character’s journey B) The importance of friendship C) A plot twist
B) The importance of friendship
What is the definition of a metaphor?
A figure of speech that directly compares two unlike things.
True or False: An antagonist is the main character in a story.
False
What is the climax of a story?
The turning point or most intense moment in the plot.
Fill in the blank: The __________ is the message or lesson learned from a story.
moral
Multiple Choice: Which point of view uses ‘I’ or ‘me’? A) Third person B) Second person C) First person
C) First person
What is a character’s motivation?
The reason behind their actions or behaviors.
True or False: A narrative essay tells a story from a specific point of view.
True
What does the term ‘foreshadowing’ mean?
Hints or clues about what will happen later in the story.
Fill in the blank: The __________ is the sequence of events in a story.
plot
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a genre of literature? A) Fiction B) Poetry C) Geometry
C) Geometry
What is the role of dialogue in a narrative?
To reveal character and advance the plot.
True or False: A hyperbole is an exaggerated statement not meant to be taken literally.
True
What is the purpose of a conclusion in an essay?
To summarize the main points and provide a final thought.
Fill in the blank: The __________ is the central idea or message in a piece of writing.
theme
Multiple Choice: Which literary device involves the use of the same consonant sound at the beginning of words? A) Alliteration B) Assonance C) Onomatopoeia
A) Alliteration
What is an example of an allusion?
A reference to a well-known person, place, event, or work of literature.
True or False: A protagonist is always a ‘good’ character.
False
What is the significance of a work’s tone?
It conveys the author’s attitude toward the subject.
Fill in the blank: The __________ is the underlying message or significance of a literary work.
subtext
