Literature Notes Review 2014
The problem or struggle in a story Answer: Conflict
Perspective from which the story is told Answer: Point of View
Main Character Answer: Protagonist
Main message or idea Answer: Theme
Time and place Answer: Setting
Sequence of events Answer: Plot
A twist or unexpected development Answer: Irony
One thing that represents another Answer: Symbol
Emotions the author wants the reader to feel Answer: Mood
Author’s attitude toward subject Answer: Tone
Character who opposes the main character Answer: Antagonist
The way the author conveys the characters’ personalities Answer: Characterization
Choices the author conveys the characters’ personalities Answer: Author’s style
A specific, intended reason for creating a piece of literature Answer: Author’s purpose
Hints of what will occur in the future Answer: Foreshadowing
What is the difference between a static and dynamic character Answer: Static character stays the same Dynamic character changes and has more depth
Name one type of conflict and give an example of that type of conflict Answer: Character vs. character Character vs. self Character vs. society Character vs. nature
List the 5 points on a plot graph and define each one Exposition – exposed to setting, characters, etc. Rising Action – suspense builds, problem arises Climax – turning point (usually most exciting) Falling action – events after climax that lead to rest Resolution – outcome, how things end up for characters
Choose a familiar children’s story and identify the 5 points from the plot graph.