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