Literature

“Literature” provides a funhouse of English exploration. You, an ESL learner get to navigate captivating stories, poems, and plays, experiencing the language come alive. Analyzing literature becomes a springboard for critical thinking, lively discussions, and even creative expression in English. Today's vocabulary will allow you to have much deeper conversations about “literature-” it’s a win-win for language skills and cultural understanding! So, let’s jump right in!

In today’s lesson, you’re going to have:

• 5 advanced English vocabulary words about Literature.

• 15 examples of phrases that you can use on a daily basis.

• Eye-catching images will help you learn and retain the vocabulary.

1. Allegory

📚 DEFINITION

A story, poem, or picture that can be interpreted to reveal a hidden meaning, typically a moral or political one.

📄 Example Sentences:

1. Animal Farm by George Orwell is a well-known allegory that criticizes totalitarian regimes.

2. The music video used symbolism and allegory to convey a deeper message about societal pressures.

3. The painting's use of light and shadow could be interpreted as an allegory for the struggle between good and evil.

2. Juxtaposition

📚 DEFINITION

The act of placing two things close together for comparison or contrast.

📄 Example Sentences:

1. The story uses juxtaposition to highlight the stark contrast between the wealthy and the poor.

2. The poem juxtaposes images of war and peace to evoke a sense of unease.

3. The juxtaposition of the ticking clock and the silent room created a feeling of suspense.

3. Metaphor

📚 DEFINITION

A figure of speech that compares two things that are not alike in order to make a description more vivid.

📄 Example Sentences:

1. "Life is a journey" is a common metaphor that highlights the ever-changing nature of life.

2. The poem uses a metaphor and describes the speaker's love as a "burning flame" to convey its intensity and passion.

3. He used the metaphor of a "storm" to describe the emotional turmoil he was experiencing.

4. Irony

📚 DEFINITION

A contradiction between what is expected and what actually happens.

📄 Example Sentences:

1. It was ironic that the fire station itself caught fire.

2. The character claims to hate violence, yet he is always getting into fights; how ironic.

3. The reader knows the truth about the situation, while the characters remain oblivious, creating a sense of dramatic irony.

5. Narrative

📚 DEFINITION

A story that tells of a series of events and experiences.

📄 Example Sentences:

1. The novel is a compelling narrative that follows the protagonist's journey of self-discovery.

2. The film is a fast-paced narrative full of action and suspense.

3. A good narrative should be engaging and hold the reader's attention.

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