Quiz 3 Flashcards
Eulogy
A speech or written passage in praise of a person; an oration in honor of a deceased person
Euphemism
An indirect, kinder, or less harsh or hurtful way of expressing unpleasant information
Exposition
The interpretation or analysis of a text. Also, the opening section of a narrative or dramatic structure in which characters, setting, theme, and conflict can be revealed.
Extended metaphor
A series of comparisons within a piece of writing. If they are consistently one concept, this is also known as a conceit
Figurative Language
Language with levels of meaning expressed through figures of speech such as personification, metaphor, litote, etc
Flashback
An earlier event is inserted into the normal chronology of the narration
Genre
A type or class of literature, such as epic, narrative, poetry, biography, history
Homily
A sermon, but more contemporary uses include any serious talk, speech, or lecture involving moral or spiritual life
Hyperbole
Overstatement characterized by exaggerated language, usually to make a point or draw attention
Imagery
Any sensory detail or evocation in a work to evoke a feeling, to call to mind an idea, or to describe an object. Involves any or all of the five senses.
Inductive reasoning
The method of reasoning or argument in which general statements and conclusions are drawn from specific principles: movement from the specific to the general
Inference
A conclusion or proposition arrived at by considering facts, observations, or some other specific data. Looking at the clues, learning the facts.
Irony
The contrast between what is stated explicitly and what is really meant. The intended meaning is often the opposite of what is stated, often suggesting light sarcasm.
Isocolon
Parallel structure in which the parallel elements are similar not only in grammatical structure, but also in length
Jargon
Specialized or technical language of a trade, profession, or similar group
