Academic Vocabulary-2 Flashcards
protagonist
leading character or one of the major characteristics in a drama, movie, novel, etc.
characterization
writer reveals the personality of a character
visualize
form a mental image of
mood
literary element that evokes certain feelings or vibes in readers through words and descriptions
insightful
having or showing an accurate and deep understanding
sketch
a rough or unfinished drawing or painting, often made to assist in making a more finished picture
foreshadowing
be a warning or indication of (a future event)
flashback
a scene in a movie, novel, etc., set in a time earlier than the main story
analysis
detailed examination of the elements or structure of something, typically as a basis for discussion or interpretation
literary
concerning the writing, study, or content of literature, especially of the kind valued for quality of form
inference
a conclusion reached on the basis of evidence and reasoning
setting
the place or type of surroundings where something is positioned or where an event takes place