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Contrasting Settings

Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025
Verified for the 2026 exam
Verified for the 2026 examWritten by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025

Definition

Contrasting settings involve two or more locations within a literary work that possess distinct differences in terms of atmosphere, culture, geography, or social norms. These contrasting elements highlight disparities and create tension or conflict.

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