The Elements of Literature
Characterization
Protagonist
Antagonist
Static
Dynamic
The character’s actionsThe character’s thoughtsThe character’s appearanceWhat the character saysWhat others say about the character
Plot
Exposition
Ris
ing
Act
ion
Climax
Falling
Action
Resolution
Setting
Time
Place
1852 A.D.
Jolly Ole
England
ConflictCharacter v Character
Character v Nature
Character v Supernatural
Character v Society
Character v Self
Mood
Characters’ feelings
Reader’s feelings – how the book makes you feel
ThemeThe central idea or lesson about
life the story conveys
Growing Up
Death
Birth
Point of View
First Person
Third Person Omniscient
Third Person Limited Omniscient
Style/Figurative Language
Personification
Onomatopoeia
Simile
Metaphor
Alliteration
Hyperbole
Oxymoron
Question to Ponder …
Why are the Elements of Literature important, anyway?
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