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literary elements
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English
7th Grade
02/08/2012

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Term
simile
Definition
noun
comparing two ulike things using like or as to enhance the meaning
Term
hyperboli
Definition
noun
exageration for effect
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personification
Definition
noun
giving non-living things human characteristics
Term
imagery
Definition
noun
the author's attempt to create a mental picutre in the mind of the reader
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symbolism
Definition
noun
when an object is representative of something greatere than the object itself
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protagonist
Definition
noun
the character the story revolves around; the main character
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antagonist
Definition
noun
a character or force that goes against the protagonist "the bad guy"
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characterization
Definition
noun
how an author reveals a character's personality through appearance, actions, dialogue, and motivation
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figurative
Definition
adjective
not intended to be taken literally
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metaphor
Definition
noun
comparing two unlike things NOT using like or as to enhance the meaning.
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