Final Exam Literary Terms

Question 1

Definition of Theme

Answer 1

The main idea of a story that can be expressed as a moral or life lesson

Question 2

Definition of Irony

Answer 2

Great contrast between what truly happens and what’s expected to happen

Question 3

Definition of Flashback (3)

Answer 3

1. Interruption in a story line
2. To a time before the story’s beginning
3. Explains an aspect of plot/character

Question 4

Definition of Symbol

Answer 4

An object, image, color, or being that represents something other than itself

Question 5

Definition of Figurative Language

Answer 5

Language used to explain, show, or describe something that cannot be taken literally

Question 6

Definition of Hyperbole

Answer 6

Exaggeration for emphasis or humour

Question 7

Definition of Tone

Answer 7

An author’s attitude to their topic

Question 8

Definition of Static Character

Answer 8

A character who does not grow, change, or evolve during a plot

(Ex: Bob Ewell in To Kill a Mockingbird)

Question 9

Definition of Voice

Answer 9

A distinctive use of language that conveys the personality of the author or narrator.

Question 10

Definition of Dynamic Character

Answer 10

A character who grows, changes, or evolves over the course of a plot because of the conflict
(Ex: Scout)