Module 3: Literary Terms and Conventions

Activity 1 : : Activity 2 : : Activity 3 : : Activity 4

In this module you will learn the meaning of general literary terms and conventions and how they are used to suggest meaning, advance plot and allow the reader to evaluate a work of literature.

Activity 1: Key Terms and Concepts

Some of these general literary terms, elements of literature and conventions apply to the areas of poetry, fiction, and drama. Learn these terms and definitions and they will come in handy for later modules. If you visit MyLiteratureLab on Course Compass the Module 3 – Literary Elements section has a glossary of terms that can help you to create your study notes.

A. General Literary Terms

B. Literary Elements

Plot:

Characterization:

Point of View:

Irony:

Figurative Language

Diction
Tone/Mood
Symbolism
Theme
Imagery

C. Literary Conventions

Look up these terms in the glossary of your textbook or in the Glossary of terms on MyLiteratureLab Module 3 and learn their definitions.  Create a visual schematic of these terms using concept maps, notes, or flash cards. Enter these key terms, definitions, concepts and vocabulary into your notebook or computer file. In your notebook, group these terms conceptually by putting all of each type together.  One example of a group would be “Literary Conventions.”

Citation: sguy. (2007, September 27). Module 3: Literary Terms and Conventions. Retrieved January 07, 2009, from Western Governors University Web site: http://ocw.wgu.edu/liberal-arts/literature-parts-i-and-ii-after-10-19-2007/m3a1.html.
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