Perspective Flashcards
Aphorism
a short statement expressing an opinion, perception, or general truth
Literary theory
a systematic study of literature using various methods to analyze texts
Perception
one person’s interpretation of sensory or conceptual information
Perspective
a viewpoint or way of looking at the world, or a particular conception of things or events.
Scenario
an outline, brief account, or synopsis of events
Reader Response Criticism
focuses on reader’s active engagement with text and is shaped by reader’s own experiences, moral values, social ethics, and general views of the world.
mise en scence
the composition, or setting, of an image
Visual Rhetoric
the argument or points made by visuals such as photographs or by other visual features of a text
Photo Essay
reveals the author’s perspective on a subject through a collection of photographic images
Imagery
the verbal expression of sensory experience; these details appeal to or evoke one or more of the five senses: sight, touch, smell, hearing, and taste
Prologue
the introduction or preface to a literary work
Diction
the words an author uses to evoke emotions and communicate ideas
Vignette
a picture or visual or a brief descriptive literary piece
Polysyndeton
the use of several conjunctions close together for effect. Stylistic device used to create rhythmic effects or to convey emotion in writing.
Cultural Criticism
focuses on the elements of culture and how they affect one’s perceptions and understanding of texts
