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a story using characters or events to symbolize abstract concepts
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allegory
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a serious or witty contrast between expectation and reality
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anecdote
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descriptive language that appeals to the senses
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imagery
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a spoken or written account of connected events; a story
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irony
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a statement that appears contradictory but may reveal a truth
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narrative
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the distinct personality or style of the author or narrator
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paradox
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a short, interesting story about a real incident or person
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saga
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a long story that recounts heroic deeds
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voice
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