Literary devices part one Flashcards
1
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what is an allegory?
A
text with a double meaning, one primary and one secondary/symbol
2
Q
what is ambiguity?
A
a statement or a text that does not have a clear meaning
3
Q
what is syntactic ambiguity?
A
the idea that a text can be ambiguous in relation to the punctuation of the text
4
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what is semantic ambiguity?
A
the idea that a text is ambiguous in relation to the choice of words
5
Q
what is narrative ambiguity?
A
the idea that a text is ambiguous in relation to the characters and plot
6
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what is conceptual ambiguity?
A
the idea that a text is ambiguous in relation to the concepts and ideas presented
7
Q
what is an anecdote?
A
a unique personal story or account
8
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what is a archetype?
A
a recurring idea about a character or an object
