Key words Flashcards
Direct characterisation
The method of describing the character in a straight forward manner
Narrative perspective
The point of view which a story is told
Third person limited narrator
The narration is only told from one perspective. We see the story through their eyes
Point of view
What the character or narrator telling the story can see
Indirect characterisation
The method of revealing details about a character without stating them explicitly
Setting
The time and place of the story
Theme
The central ideas, topic or point f a story, essay or narrative is its theme
Tone
The “feel” of a piece of writing
Internal conflict
Mental struggle in a person or character arising from opposing demands or impulses
Interpersonal conflict
Ant type of conflict including 2 or more people
Protagonist
The main character of a story
Antagonist
The opposite of the protagonist. Usually the opponent to them or villain
Foil
A character who contrast with protagonist
Subplot
A secondary strand of the plot that is a supporting side for any story or the main plot
Atmosphere
The overall mood of a story or person