Vocab : Test 2 Flashcards
argument
A logical way of presenting a belief, I conclusion, or stance; supported with reasoning and evidence
antagonist
A character or force in conflict with the main character, or protagonist
protagonist
The main character in a literary work
authors style
every feature of a writers use of language; and authors typical way of writing
character
a person or an animal that takes part in the action of a literary work
round character
fully developed; exhibits many traits; often shows faults and virtues
flat character
one-sided and often stereotypical
dynamic character
changes or grows during the course of the work
static character
One who does not change
conflict
A struggle between opposing forces; important because it causes the action
external conflict
A struggle against some outside force, such as another person
internal conflict
A struggle within the mind of a character; struggle to make a decision, take action, or overcome a feeling
empathy
understanding and entering into another’s feelings
enhance
to increase or improve in value, quality, desirability, or attractiveness
intuitive
spontaneously derived from or prompted by a natural tendency
reverence
A feeling of profound respect for someone or something
spontaneous
said or done without having been planned or written in advance
submissive
inclined or willing to submit two orders or wishes of others or showing such inclination
substantiate
establish or strengthen as with new evidence or facts
tenacious
stubbornly unyielding
vindicate
show to be right by providing justification or proof
anecdote
A brief story about an interesting, amusing, or strange event
