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irony |
Irony is the use of words where the real meaning is the opposite of what is actually said.
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exposition |
The exposition is the part of a play that sets the stage for the drama to follow. It introduces the theme, setting, characters, and circumstances at the plays beginnings.
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resolution |
The part of the play that ties up loose ends is the resolution.
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climax |
The play finished with a dramatic climax.
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foreshadowing |
Foreshadowing is to hint at what might happen later in the play.
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personification |
Personification describes something non-human as if it is human.
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repetition |
When words or phrases are repeated for effect we call it repetition.
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emotive |
Emotive language provokes an emotional reaction from the audience.
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hyperbole |
Hyperbole is an exaggeration used for effect.
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litotes |
Litotes means understatement.
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theme |
A theme is a big idea that is examined and discussed through the characters and action in a play.
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declarative |
A declarative sentence is a simple statement.
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