Symbol: A word or object that stands for another word or object, but always represents something larger than itself.
Synecdoche: a whole is represented by naming one of its parts
Syntax: The arrangement, ordering, grouping, or placement of sentences.
Tone: The attitude of the author towards the subject at hand (or sometimes the reader).
Tragedy: (You know this because of my boyfriend). Remember that the protagonist puts himself there (think Humpty Dumpty)
Tragic flaw: the character trait that brings about a downfall of the protagonist in a tragedy.
Verisimilitude: Having the appearance of truth or realism. In a fictional work, an author creates characters and situations and "asks" that the reader believe they are true.
Villanelle: A poem with a specific form (which we will discuss tomorrow). Usually pastoral, idyllic sentiments with rural, simplistic themes.
Zeugma: When one part of speech (usually the main verb) governs two or more parts of the same sentence.
Example: Johnny carried his gun and a tune through the murky bog.
See you tomorrow!
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