Across
- 2. an incident that occurs even before the story's specified timeline
- 5. a comparison of two or more items that are polar opposites (e.x she has a heart of gold)
- 8. using the words "like," "as," or "than" to make a connection between objects, acts, or feelings (e.x her smile shone like a diamond)
- 9. a character who serves to highlight or draw attention to the strengths of another character in the story.
- 10. A sign/prediction of what will happen later in the story.
Down
- 1. exaggeration used to emphasize a point but not intended to be taken literally (e.x she's running faster than the wind)
- 3. the use of irony to mock a concept, person, or thing in order to obtain change: It usually makes fun of human vices. (e.x family guy the tv show)
- 4. The antagonist is a character who opposes the protagonist. Usually, the antagonist is the bad guy. (e.x Darth Vader from the original Star Wars trilogy)
- 6. feeling sorry for a character who suffers
- 7. the most interesting or suspenseful aspect of the story