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a character or force that works against the main character
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antagonist
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use of irony, humor, or exaggeration to expose flaws
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diction
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a phrase combining contradictory words (cruel kindness)
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epilogue
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the central message or meaning of a story
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litotes
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a recurring element that has symbolic significance in a story
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motif
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the author's choice of words to convey tone or style
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oxymoron
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a closing section that wraps up the story
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satire
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an understatement using double negatives (not a bad singer)
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theme
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