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Literary Terms
Unit 1, Part 1
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Literature
8th Grade
08/21/2011

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novel,short story
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two types of fiction
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short story
Definition
usually revolves around one idea, short enough to be read in a single sitting
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novel
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involves complicated plot, is a longer work
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plot
Definition
sequence of events in a story
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conflict
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problem or struggle between opposing forces
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exposition
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sets stage for story, introduces characters, describes setting
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rising action
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central conflict unfolds, plot becomes more complex
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climax
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turning point of story
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falling action
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resolution, denouement
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characters
Definition
people, animals, or imaginary creatures who take part in the action
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main character
Definition
story focuses on this person
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minor character
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characters who interact with the main character
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traits
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permanent qualities of a persons personality
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motives
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reasons characters act as they do
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setting
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time, place, or culture of a story
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theme
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meaning moral, life lesson of a story
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