Vocab : Test 2 Flashcards

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argument

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A logical way of presenting a belief, I conclusion, or stance; supported with reasoning and evidence

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antagonist

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A character or force in conflict with the main character, or protagonist

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protagonist

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The main character in a literary work

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authors style

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every feature of a writers use of language; and authors typical way of writing

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character

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a person or an animal that takes part in the action of a literary work

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round character

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fully developed; exhibits many traits; often shows faults and virtues

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flat character

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one-sided and often stereotypical

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dynamic character

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changes or grows during the course of the work

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static character

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One who does not change

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conflict

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A struggle between opposing forces; important because it causes the action

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external conflict

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A struggle against some outside force, such as another person

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internal conflict

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A struggle within the mind of a character; struggle to make a decision, take action, or overcome a feeling

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empathy

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understanding and entering into another’s feelings

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enhance

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to increase or improve in value, quality, desirability, or attractiveness

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intuitive

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spontaneously derived from or prompted by a natural tendency

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reverence

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A feeling of profound respect for someone or something

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spontaneous

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said or done without having been planned or written in advance

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submissive

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inclined or willing to submit two orders or wishes of others or showing such inclination

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substantiate

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establish or strengthen as with new evidence or facts

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tenacious

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stubbornly unyielding

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vindicate

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show to be right by providing justification or proof

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anecdote

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A brief story about an interesting, amusing, or strange event