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Story Elements-KCC

Terms in this set (12)

symbolism
-using an object, word, place, character or action that means something more than its literal meaning.
conflict
-the opposition between two character, two groups of people, or between a character and a larger problem such as forces of nature, ideas, etc.
example of an internal conflict
-conflict within a person
plot
structure of actions and events
mood
-a feeling, emotional state, or tone.
What do you look at when you are looking for the mood?
-diction, descriptions, setting and characterization
setting
-the general location/place, time and social circumstances
common points of view
-first person and third person
(point of view) In third person, the narrator can be either omniscient or limited. Briefly explain both.
omniscient: knows everything, can move in time, has special access to character's thoughts and feelings

limited: only know what is experienced or felt
characterization
using descriptions, dialogue, dialect, and action to create a reader's reaction to a character
What may characterization reveal?
-geograhic, social, or cultural background
theme
the general idea or insight about life that a write wishes to express
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