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a hint about future events in a plot. Foreshadowing. the author’s message or lesson in a story. theme. the atmosphere in a piece of writing that arouses emotions in the reader. mood. - PowerPoint PPT Presentation
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a hint about future events in a plot
Foreshadowing
the author’s message or lesson in a story
theme
the atmosphere in a piece of writing that arouses emotions in the reader
mood
noting specific details that reveal setting, clothing ,speech, characteristics, and behaviors of a culture during a time in history.
Cultural context
a character, place, thing, or event that stands for something else
symbol
the time and place of where a story takes place
setting
a story or tale with two or more levels of meaning—a literal and symbolic meaning
allegory
descriptive or figurative language used in literature to create word pictures for the reader
imagery
difference between what is expected to happen and what actually happens
irony
a struggle between two opposing characters or forces in a story
conflict
a character that changes over the course of the story
Dynamic character
the way the author portrays characters through appearance, private feelings, actions, and dialogue.
Characteristics
point of view told from the narrator and uses I, my, me, mine
1st person point of view
point of view when the author addresses the reader; using you
2nd person point of view
point of view told by an outsider of the story and can see the thoughts, feelings, and behaviors of all characters without becoming them; all knowing narrator
3rd person omniscient point of view
point of view told from one character’s point of view, but does not become the actual character
3rd person limited point of view
a character that has no change throughout the story
Static character
disapproval
Disapprobation
Sly or delicate
Mincingly
Without evidence; without proof;
speculation
Conjectural
Mental agitation; mental excitement;
frantic
frenzy
Foam; agitated liquid
froth
Calm; satisfy; relieve
appease
Busy; something has your attention
Preoccupation
Blocked; obstructed
Impeded
Stop; halt; pause
cessation
attachment
Appendage
“Masque of the Red Death”
Symbolism, allegory, comprehension
“Civil Peace”
Historical context, character, theme, and comprehension
“There Will Come Soft Rains”
Imagery, irony, theme, and comprehension
“To Build a Fire”
Imagery, foreshadowing, theme, conflict, character, point of view,
and comprehension