Spelling Word List: Theatrical devices

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

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irony

exposition

resolution

climax

foreshadowing

personification

repetition

emotive

hyperbole

litotes

theme

declarative

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