English Flashcards
what is the definition of Protagonist?
The main character in a story who faces a conflict or problem and drives the action of the plot.
What is the definition of Antagonist?
The character or force in a story that opposes or creates conflict for the protagonist.
What is the definition of Internal Conflict?
A struggle that takes place within the mind or emotions of a character
What is the definition of External Conflict?
A struggle that takes place between a character and an external force.
What is the definition of tone?
The AUTHOR’S attitude toward the subject of the story
What is the definition of mood?
The overall atmosphere and the emotions the READER experiences from the story.
What is the the definition of Ironic Ending?
A conclusion to a story that is surprising or unexpected and often has a humorous or satirical twist.
What is the the definition of Dialogue?
A conversation or exchange of words between two or more characters in a story or play.
What is the the definition of Setting?
The time and place in which a story takes place.
What is the the definition of Foreshadowing?
A literary device used to hint at or suggest future events or outcomes in a story
What is the the definition of Pathos?
A craft move the author uses to create pity or sympathy in the reader
What is the the definition of Exposition?
The beginning of the story where the characters, setting, and basic situation are introduced.
What is the the definition of Inciting/Trigger Incident?
The event that sets the story in motion and triggers the main conflict.
What is the the definition of Rising Action?
The series of events that build tension and lead up to the climax of the story.
