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| 4884745739 | Theme | An abstract idea that emerges from a literary works treatment of its subject matter; or a topic reoccurring in a number of literary works | 0 | |
| 4884745740 | Metaphor | A figure of speech that compares two different things. An extended metaphor is used throughout a story or poem. | 1 | |
| 4884745741 | Simile | Comparing two unlike things through the use of a specific word (like, as, or, ect) | 2 | |
| 4884745742 | Verbal Irony | The use of words to convey a meaning that is the opposite of its literal meaning | 3 | |
| 4884745743 | Ambiguity | The use of language where the meaning is unclear or has two or more possible interpretations or meanings. This creates layers of meaning in the mind of the reader. | 4 | |
| 4884745744 | Diction | Word choice but as a reflection of style. Different types and arrangement of words have significant effects on meaning | 5 | |
| 4884745745 | Satire | Reveals a critical attitude toward some element of human behavior by portraying it in an extreme way. Meant to improve society through humor. Targets groups or large concepts. | 6 | |
| 4884745746 | Motif | A dominant theme, subject, or idea which runs through a piece of literature. Often assume symbolic importance. | 7 | |
| 4884745747 | Characterization | Authors use figurative language to develop characters and create images of characters to the audience. Can be done directly or indirectly. | 8 | |
| 4884745748 | Metonymy | From Greek "change of name", the term for one thing is applied for another in which it has become closely related or the part of a whole. "Crown" = King | 9 |
