Across
- 4. compares two similar things by saying that one of them is the other.
- 7. when readers know what will happen before characters do
- 8. using the same word or phrase over and over again in a piece of writing or speech.
- 10. the use of casual and informal language in writing, which can also include slang.
- 11. a statement that asks people to think outside the box by providing seemingly illogical, but true, premises.
- 15. two or more dissimilar characters, themes, concepts, etc. side by side, and the profound contrast highlights their differences
- 17. Draws attention to the qualities of another character, frequently the protagonist.
- 18. previous events split up into present-day scenes in a story, usually to build suspense toward a big reveal
- 21. two contradictory words that describe one thing
- 22. when readers expect a certain outcome, only to be surprised by a turn of events
- 23. The overall mood and message of a passage. It’s established through a variety of means, including voice, characterization, symbolism, and themes.
- 25. recurs throughout the novel and helps develop the theme of the narrative. This might be a symbol, concept, or image.
- 27. appeals to readers’ senses through highly descriptive language.
- 28. the action or fact of persuading someone or of being persuaded to do or believe something.
- 31. when the narrative provides background information in order to help the reader understand what’s going on.
- 32. creates a contrast between how things seem and how they really are.
Down
- 1. a type of narrative that uses characters and plot to depict abstract ideas and themes
- 2. uses symbols or abstract ideas to represent something beyond the literal meaning.
- 3. uses human traits to describe non-human things
- 5. a passing or indirect descriptive reference to something outside of the work
- 6. an indirect, polite way of describing something too inappropriate or awkward to address directly
- 9. the mode of narration in a story
- 12. allows a writer to carefully choose words and vocabulary to communicate to the reader as well as establish a specific voice or writing style.
- 13. refers to words that sound like the thing they’re referring
- 14. involves a character speaking their thoughts aloud, usually at length.
- 16. a “universal symbol” that brings familiarity and context to a story. It can be a character, a setting, a theme, or an action
- 19. A comparison between two things using “like” or “as”
- 20. describes a series of words in quick succession that all start with the same letter or sound
- 24. when the author hints at events yet to come in a story
- 26. an exaggerated statement
- 29. making fun of some aspect of human nature or society — usually through exaggeration, ridicule, or irony.
- 30. when the intended meaning of a statement is the opposite of what was said