Question

Match each literary element to its correct definition.

Match Term Definition
Archetype A) When the audience knows something that a character in the story does not
Dramatic irony B) A figurative language device in which an object stands for something both literally and figuratively
Foreshadowing C) The placement of two opposing descriptions, ideas, characters, actions, or events side-by-side in a text
Juxtaposition D) A technique used to subtly suggest or indicate something ahead of time in a text
Symbolism E) An easily recognizable character, conflict, or plot structure in literature

Answer 1

In literary analysis, an archetype is a recognizable character or plot structure, dramatic irony involves the audience knowing what a character doesn't, foreshadowing hints at future events, juxtaposition places opposing elements together, and symbolism uses objects to represent ideas.

Step-by-step explanation:

In literary analysis, correctly matching literary elements to their definitions is crucial for a clear understanding of how these elements function within a text. Below are the correct matches for the given literary terms:

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• Archetype - (E) An easily recognizable character, conflict, or plot structure in literature.
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• Dramatic irony - (A) When the audience knows something that a character in the story does not.
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• Foreshadowing - (D) A technique used to subtly suggest or indicate something ahead of time in a text.
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• Juxtaposition - (C) The placement of two opposing descriptions, ideas, characters, actions, or events side-by-side in a text.
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• Symbolism - (B) A figurative language device in which an object stands for something both literally and figuratively.