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Across
  1. 1. An appeal to logic and reason. It uses facts, statistics, and clear reasoning to build a convincing argument.
  2. 7. A universally recognized character, symbol, or situation that appears across different cultures and stories (e.g., the Hero, the Mentor, the Villain).
  3. 9. A simple, two-dimensional character with only one or two defining traits. They are often stereotypes and do not have much depth.
  4. 10. An author's specific word choice. The words a writer chooses can greatly affect the tone, mood, and meaning of a text.
  5. 11. A protagonist, typically of high standing, who is destined for downfall due to a fatal flaw or error in judgment.
  6. 14. A character who undergoes a significant internal change in personality, perspective, or attitude as a result of the story's events.
  7. 16. The central struggle or problem between opposing forces in a story. This can be internal (character vs. self) or external (character vs. character, nature, or society).
  8. 18. An extreme exaggeration used for emphasis or comedic effect (e.g., "I'm so hungry I could eat a horse.").
  9. 20. Specific pieces of information (like facts, examples, or descriptions) that support or explain the main idea.
  10. 21. To add notes, comments, or explanations to a text to engage with it more deeply.
  11. 24. A direct comparison between two unlike things without using "like" or "as" (e.g., "Her voice is music to his ears.").
  12. 27. The use of objects, people, or ideas to represent something else. For example, a dove often symbolizes peace.
Down
  1. 2. A character who does not undergo any significant internal change throughout the story. They remain the same from beginning to end.
  2. 3. Descriptive language that appeals to the five senses (sight, sound, smell, taste, touch) to create a vivid picture in the reader's mind.
  3. 4. The art of persuasive speaking or writing, using techniques to influence or please an audience.
  4. 5. An appeal to credibility and ethics. It convinces the audience by showing the speaker is trustworthy, knowledgeable, and reliable.
  5. 6. The time and place where a story occurs. It helps create the mood and context for the events.
  6. 8. The overall style of a writer, including their diction, syntax (sentence structure), and tone.
  7. 12. The protagonist of an epic poem who is a figure of great, sometimes larger-than-life, stature and is celebrated for their brave deeds and adventures.
  8. 13. The most important or central thought of a text, which tells the reader what the text is about.
  9. 15. The sequence of events that make up a story, including the exposition, rising action, climax, falling action, and resolution.
  10. 17. The author's attitude toward the subject or audience, conveyed through their word choice and writing style (e.g., sarcastic, cheerful, formal). Note: This was listed twice.
  11. 18. The specific fatal flaw (like pride or ambition) that leads to a tragic hero's downfall.
  12. 19. The main argument or point an author is trying to make. It's a statement that can be debated.
  13. 22. The facts, statistics, examples, or expert opinions used to support and prove a claim.
  14. 23. The underlying message, central idea, or moral of a story.
  15. 25. An appeal to emotion. It aims to evoke feelings like sadness, anger, or joy in the audience to persuade them.
  16. 26. A complex, multi-dimensional character with a variety of traits and motivations, much like a real person. They are well-developed and not easily defined.