| A | B |
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| Motive | reason that explains a characters actions, thoughts and feelings |
| Character Traits | qualities that make a person unique |
| Tone | author's attitude toward the subject and characters |
| Climax | turning point |
| Anecdote | short autobiographical account that is funny and entertains |
| Theme | central message or idea of a literary work |
| Moral | lesson |
| Conflict | struggle between opposing forces |
| Internal Conflict | a conflict one has within one's mind |
| External Conflict | conflict with an outside force |
| Setting | where the story takes place |
