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10
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8th Grade
03/08/2013

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Theme
Definition
The subject of a talk, a piece of writing, a person's thoughts, or an exhibition; a topic: "the theme of the sermon was reverence".
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Symbolism
Definition
1.The use of symbols to represent ideas or qualities.
2.Symbolic meaning attributed to natural objects or facts.
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Foreshadowing
Definition
Be a warning or indication of (a future event).
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Dynamic Character
Definition
A character is the representation of a person in a narrative or dramatic work of art (such as a novel, play, or film).
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Static Character
Definition
a literary or dramatic character who undergoes little or no inner change; a character who does not grow or develop.
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Point of View
Definition
1.A particular attitude or way of considering a matter: "change his point of view".
2.(in fictional writing) The narrator's position in relation to the story being told.
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Author`s Purpose
Definition
In literary theory and aesthetics, authorial intent refers to an author's intent as it is encoded in his or her work
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Tone
Definition
The overall quality of a musical or vocal sound: "the piano tone is lacking in warmth".
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Setting
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1.The place or type of surroundings where something is positioned or where an event takes place: "a peaceful country setting".
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Resolution
Definition
1.A firm decision to do or not to do something.
2.A formal expression of opinion or intention agreed on by a legislative body, committee, or other formal meeting, typically after taking
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