Literary Elements (Grade 10) Flashcards
What is Rhetoric and provide an example.
The art of using language effectively to persuade or inform an audience.
Example: A politician’s speech often uses rhetoric to convince the audience to agree with their viewpoint.
What is a Stock Character and provide an example.
A typical or stereotypical character who appears frequently in various works.
Example: The “wise old man” who offers advice in many stories.
What is a Style and provide an example.
The unique way an author expresses themselves through word choice, sentence structure, and tone.
Example: J.K. Rowling’s writing style is often whimsical and detailed.
What is Unity and provide an example.
The idea that all parts of a story or argument are related to one central idea.
Example: In a novel, all events should work together to support the main message.
