the way in which a text is designed (chronological, thematically, flashback, least to greatest importance, process analysis, cause/effect, narration, description, problem-solution, etc.)

writing or speech not meant to be interpreted literally but used to create vivid expressions (metaphors, similes, personification, etc.)

All the meanings, associations, or emotions that have come to be attached to some words, in addition to their literal dictionary definition. School: Homework, bells, tests, prom, etc.

The literal, dictionary definition of a word. School: an institution of learning

Prose writing that deals with real people, things, events, and places. True writing.

a figure of speech in which like or as is used to make a comparison of two basically unlike ideas; she runs like a cheetah.

a type of figurative language in which a non-human subject is given human characteristics.

mockery of a view, group, or humanity, usually with the aim of inspiring change

Writing that deals with imaginary people, places, and events. Fake Writing

The central message, insight, or opinion in a work

Repetition of consonant sounds in words that are close together

there is a contradiction between what a character thinks and what the reader or audience knows to be true. The audience knows something that the character does not.

Comparison between two things; looking for similarities