English Exam (Fiction Terms) Flashcards
Flat Character
A character which only has one or two strongly defined traits, is two dimensional and relatively uncomplicated
Round Character
A character which is complex, has many traits and is strongly developed overall
Static Character
A character which undergoes no substantial growth or development throughout the course of the story
Dynamic Character
A character which changes, undergoing substantial growth/development in the course of the story
Stock Character
A fictional character based on a common literary or social stereotype
Types of Conflict
- Man vs Man
- Man vs Nature
- Man vs Society
- Man vs Self
- Man vs Fate
Verbal Irony
Irony in which a person says or writes one thing and means another, or uses words to convey a meaning that is the opposite of the literal meaning
Situational Irony
Irony involving a situation in which actions have an effect that is opposite from what was intended, so that the outcome is contrary to what was expected.
Dramatic Irony
Irony that is inherent in speeches or a situation of a drama and is understood by the audience but not grasped by the characters in the play
Types of Point of View
- 1st Person
- 3rd Person Omniscient
- 3rd Person Limited
- 3rd Person Objective
Exposition
The portion of a story in which necessary background information is provided
Narrative Hook
Hooks the reader’s attention so that he or she will keep reading on
Rising Action
What occurs leading up to the climax. The rising action’s purpose is usually to build suspense all the way up the climactic finish
Complication
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Climax
A decisive moment that is of maximum intensity or is a major turning point in a plot
