Literary terms are the building blocks of literature. Give students a firm grasp of them with this well thought out handbook that features an in-depth look at 29 literary terms. Each lesson follows an easy-to-use format: a definition of the term is followed by a discussion using two excellent examples in prose or poetry. Questions promote and ensure understanding. A writing exercise for each term provides an opportunity for application. Gives students the knowledge and experience to interpret literature with confidence! Grades 9-12. Meets National Council of Teachers of English/International Reading Association Standards for the English Language Arts. 58 Pages of Activity Sheets • Complete Answer Key Complete definition, description, examples, and exercises for the following literary terms: Allegory • Alliteration • Allusion • Analogy • Assonance • Atmosphere • Ballad • Characterization • Couplet • Figurative • Language • Foreshadowing • Imagery • Inversion • Irony • Metaphor • Meter • Onomatopoeia • Personification • Plot (Exposition, Conflict, Rising Action, Climax, Falling Action, Resolution) • Point of View • Refrain • Rhyme • Rhythm • Simile • Sonnet • Style • Symbolism • Theme • Tone "These definitions, examples, and activities will be a great help in planning lessons on our last novel this school year. I am starting with imagery." --Rebecca T. "Clear and concise handouts. My grade 9 English class found them very easy to understand." --Manitoba High School English Teacher "Great explanations and activities for various literary terms." --Kim Whit "A good item for introductory or review. Thank you so much for your hard work." --Joshua M. "This is a really great resource--very thorough." --Nancy Q. Sunflower Education is an Austin, Texas based publisher of creative educational materials for teachers, parents, and students. Used Book in Good Condition