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7 Elements of Short Stories and Literary Devices

Question 1 of 11

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The three part of the setting are:
1.
2.
3.

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    Where
    When
    Atmosphere
    Why
    Who
    What
    How
    Weather
    Culture

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Question 2 of 11

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There are 4 types of setting:
1. : The setting reflects the mood of the story/characters.
2. : The setting shapes characters and makes them act the way they do.
3. : Can often be a fantasy-like escape, taking us to imaginary worlds, either in the past or in the future. But don't be fooled, these settings are just creative reflections of our own world.
4. : The setting is hostile to the character; he/she/they is an outsider, in exile or a refugee and the conflict revolves around the character's attempts to return to his/her/their place of origin. These types of setting emphasize the loss of roots and sense of home.

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    Mirror setting
    Mould setting
    Escape setting
    Alien setting
    Window setting
    Pan setting
    Evaision setting
    Hostile setting

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Question 3 of 11

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A is a stock character. This type of character are often minor characters. They are one-dimensional and predictable and can be generically labelled. A is a multidimensional or complex character with many characteristics or personality traits that are sometimes conflicting. They are usually main characters and can be unpredictable and seem more human or real. A does not change, evolve or learn throughout the story. tend to be static. A goes through some sort of change throughout the story. They are not the same person at the beginning and the end of the story. tend to be dynamic.

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Question 4 of 11

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The plot is the (what happens in the story). It is often represented on a plot diagram.
The parts of a plot diagram are:
1. : We are introduced to the characters, setting, and some background info.
2. : The is introduced. There are three types of conflict, person versus (internal conflict), person versus (conflict between characters), and person versus /.
3. : The events in the story that move along the plot. The character tries to resolve the conflict.
4. : The highest point of excitement. The conflict is resolved (or we know that it will be).
5. /: The tying up of loose ends. We find out what happens to the characters after the conflict is resolved.

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Question 5 of 11

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There are three different points of view.
1. : The narrator is a character in the story and uses "I" or "we".
2. : The narrator is not a character in the story and can tell what all the characters are doing/thinking.
3. : The narrator is not a character in the story and can only see into one character's head.

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    First person
    Third person omniscient
    Third person limited omniscient
    Second person
    First person omniscient

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Question 6 of 11

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is something in the story (object, image, or action) that represents something else. This is not usually stated like a metaphor, so you need to work it out yourself. It has a meaning beyond (ex. a red rose can mean romantic love). It is important not to overlook or overanalyse symbols.

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Question 7 of 11

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The is the underlying main idea or message that the author is trying to convey. It often deals with some element of or (ex. love, life, death, morality, growing up, friendship, hatred, greed, revenge, etc). Often to get the theme, you will need to think about the and .

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Question 8 of 11

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is the way an author writes. It includes and how they are used, the used in the narrative, and how and are used.

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Question 9 of 11

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: a comparison using "like" or "as"
: how the author conveys the traits of the characters
: the repetitions of a consonant sound at the start of words in close proximity
: the language a writer uses to paint a mental picture
: drawing attention to the differences of characters, places, objects, etc.
: exaggeration for literary effect
: the repeated use of a particular metaphor
: when you say something is something else
: a comparison of one situation to another (in order to provide clarity)
: a common expression that has meaning beyond the literal
: when a word is used to mimic a sound
: opposites used together for effect
: a reference to a famous person, place, event, work of literature, or work of art.

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    Simile
    Characterization
    Alliteration
    Imagery
    Contrast
    Hyperbole
    Extended metaphor
    Metaphor
    Analogy
    Idiom
    Onomatopoeia
    Oxymoron
    Allusion

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Question 10 of 11

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Surprise vocabulary question!

Euphony means:

Select one of the following:

  • The quality of having a pleasant sound

  • A loud ruckus

  • Of or having a good digestion

  • A mild or less direct word substituted for one that is harsh or blunt when referring to something unpleasant or embarrassing

  • An artificial, highly elaborate way of writing or speaking

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Question 11 of 11

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The 7 elements of short stories are:

Select one or more of the following:

  • Setting

  • Characters

  • Plot

  • Point of view

  • Symbolism

  • Theme

  • Style

  • Protagonist

  • Antagonist

  • Conflict

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