English Final- elements of a short story
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Terms | Definitions |
|---|---|
 characterization | the methods a writer uses to communicate information about charcerters to readers |
| direct characterization | when the author tells the reader directly about a character it is called _________ |
| indirect characterization | when the author shows the character in action and lets readers draw their own conclusions, it is called _____ |
| climax | the moment when the action comes to its highest point of dramatic conflict. Most often, the climax occurs before the actual ending of the story |
| complication | any obstacle that increases the tension of the story |
| story problem | the conflict is sometimes referred to as the story problem |
| description | verbal representation of characters, sconce, or action, used to make the story more vivid for the reader |
| dialouge | the actual words that characters speak. Authors use dialogue skillfully the short story to portray character and to dramatize conflict |
| diction | the authors choice of words, the vocal level of the story |
| dramatic irony | a technique that increases suspense by letting readers know more bout the dramatic situation than the characters know |
| expositon | background material about the characters, setting, and dramatic situation with which the author introduces the essentials of the stories to the reader |
| falling action | the part of the story, following the climax and leading to the resolution, in which there is a sharp decline in dramatic tension |
| foreshadowing | a writing technique that gives readers clues about events that will happen later in the story |
| hyperbole | an exaggerated statement used to make a strong effect |
| imagery | the use of selected details to describe one thing in terms of another. this helps suggest additional meanings and feelings |
| irony | a particular tone created when the speaker intended a meaning is opposite to the words he or she says |
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