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Def: Struggle between 2 or more forces that creates a tension that must be resolved.
Ex: Richard Wright has to decide whether to get spanked or, to face the bullies. (Streets of Memphis)

4.Irony:
Def: The use of words to express something different from and often opposite to their literal meaning.

--Situational Irony:
Def: Difference between what is expected to happen & what actually does.
Ex: When Norma pushed the Button unexpectedly. (button, button)
--Verbal Irony:
Def: Refers to sarcasm. Involves a discrepancy between the words spoken & the intended meaning.
Ex: Lizabeth says she hates the marigolds, but she actually likes them. (Marigolds)
--Dramatic Irony:
Def: The dramatic effect achieved by leading an audience to understand an incongruity between a situation & the accompanying speeches.
Ex: When Montresor planned to kill Fortunato at his own home. (Cast of Amontillado)
5. Characterization:
Def: The act ...