Week 9 Flashcards
1
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Extended Metaphor
A
A metaphor that continues over several lines or throughout an entire work
2
Q
Foil
A
A character who, through contrast, underscores the characteristics of another.
3
Q
Pathos
A
Emotionally moving quality or power of a literary work, appealing especially to our feelings of sorrow, pity, and compassionate sympathy.
4
Q
Ethos
A
The character of the speaker or writer as reflected in speech or writing.
5
Q
Nom de plume
A
(Pen name or pseudonym) – Name adopted by a writer for professional use.
