Critical Commentary Key Terms

Conflict

A struggle between opposing forces, often central to a narrative's plot.

Narrative perspective

The viewpoint from which a story is told, influencing how conflict is perceived.

Intertextuality

The relationship between texts and how they reference or influence each other.

Persona

The voice or character adopted by the writer in a piece of writing.

Narrative Perspective

The point of view from which a story is told, influencing how readers perceive events and characters.

Symbolism

The use of symbols to represent ideas or qualities, often adding deeper meaning to the text.

Dramatic Irony

A situation where the audience knows more about the circumstances than the characters do.

Antagonist

A character or force in conflict with the main character, often creating tension.

Antagonist

A character or force in conflict with the main character (protagonist).

Climax

The point of highest tension in a narrative, often where the main conflict reaches its peak.