Key Structure And Form Flashcards
What is the definition of conflict in literature?
Problem faced by characters
Conflict drives the narrative and creates tension.
What does resolution refer to in a story?
Point where conflict is resolved
Resolution provides closure to the narrative.
What is foreshadowing?
Clue about something later
It hints at future events in the story.
Define foreboding.
Sense that something will occur
It often creates suspense for the audience.
What is juxtaposition?
Two contrasted ideas
Juxtaposition highlights differences between elements.
What does backstory provide in literature?
Insight into character’s past
Backstory enriches character development.
What is exposition?
Revelation of something
Exposition introduces background information to the audience.
What is meant by poetic justice?
Good rewarded, bad punished
This concept emphasizes moral order in narratives.
Define melodrama.
Exaggerated characters/events
Melodrama often appeals to emotional responses.
What is a motif?
Repeated image or symbol
Motifs reinforce themes throughout a narrative.
What does antithesis refer to?
Contrast of ideas in same grammatical structure
Antithesis highlights opposing concepts effectively.
What is authorial intrusion?
Where author pauses to speak directly to reader
This technique can create a personal connection with the audience.
Define allegory.
Characters/events represent ideas about religion, morals, or politics
Allegories convey deeper meanings through symbolic figures and actions.
