2nd 9wks Test Vocab Flashcards
A brief story about it interesting, amusing, or strange event
anecdote
A logical way of presenting a belief, conclusion, or stance
argument
uses images that appeal to the five senses
descriptive writing
A division or type of literature
genre
creating images in writing by using words or phrases that appeal to one or more of the five senses
imagery
The feeling created in the reader by a literary work
mood
The feeling created in the reader by a literary work or passage
nonfiction
used in writing or speech to convince the reader or listener to adopt a particular opinion or course of action
persuasion
using symbols to highlight elements that the author wishes to emphasize
symbolism
filled with horror or shock
aghast
enough or more than enough ; plentiful
ample
A ghost or ghostlike image of a person
apparition
State a fact or belief confidentially and forcefully
assert
crouch down in fear
cower
The feeling that someone or something is unworthy of one’s consideration or respect
disdain