Literary Analysis and Fiction Flashcards

Which term describes the emotional atmosphere a text creates for the reader?

Answer: Mood

Mood is the emotional atmosphere the reader experiences while reading a text.

A direct comparison between two unlike things using 'like' or 'as' is a:

Answer: Simile

Similes use 'like' or 'as' to draw a comparison, e.g., 'brave as a lion.'

The series of events that lead up to the climax of a story is called:

Answer: Rising action

Rising action includes the sequence of events that build tension toward the climax.

A reference in a text to a well-known person, place, event, or work is called:

Answer: Allusion

An allusion is an indirect reference to something outside the text, enriching meaning.

A character who provides contrast to the protagonist, highlighting their qualities, is called a:

Answer: Foil

A foil character contrasts with another character to highlight certain traits or values.

In fiction, a character who undergoes significant internal change is described as:

Answer: Dynamic

A dynamic character experiences meaningful growth or change over the course of the story.