Key Term Definition In a sentence... Synonyms

DystopiaAn imaginary place or state in which the condition of life is extremely bad, as from deprivation, oppression, or terror.

The character entered a desolate dystopian world.

anti-utopia (the opposite of utopia).

UtopiaAn imagined or proposed place or society that is ideal, especially in its laws, ethics, and customs.

In his vision of utopia, there would be no inequality or poverty.

Paradise

ProtagonistThe leading character in a literary work. At this point in the play, the protagonist

realises what he must do to overcome his foe.

character, hero, principal

EmpathyIdentification with or sharing of another's feelings, situation, or attitudes.

The play didn't interest him as he could not feel empathy with characters having such great wealth.

compassion, understanding

CharacterA person in a story, play, or movie. The main character in the movie is a

woman.person, role, part

Plot The story line or order of events in a book, play, or movie.

The plot of the film was long and complicated.

outline, plan

SettingThe time and place in which something happens.

The setting of that book is England during the Civil War.

environment, context

Genre A particular type, sort, or category of book e.g. horror, romance.

The bookstore also sells music CDs of various genres.

type, category

SituationA set of circumstances in which one finds oneself.

The situation they found themselves in was horrifying.

circumstance, state, position

AttributeA characteristic or quality. Her greatest attribute is her will to win. quality,

characteristic, trait

THE HUNGER GAMES: KEY TERMINOLOGY