Elements of Fiction Review

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A movie shows a woman jogging in the woods. The next scene shows a mountain lion lying in wait down the path where the woman is jogging. What type of irony is this? Options: Situational Irony, Verbal Irony, Dramatic Irony

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Dramatic Irony

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Which of the following is an example of situational irony? Options: The cat ran away from the dog., She told everyone what a beautiful day it was., A vampire has a cross in his house., Penny is beautiful.

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A vampire has a cross in his house.

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What can you infer about Randolph using clues from the setting?
One summer day, Randolph the Bright slept alone in his room in the castle at Reddington. The light of the morning seeped slowly through his curtains. Randolph blinked against the day, smiling as his dream came to a peaceful conclusion.

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Randolph is a prince or king.

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Which option describes a plot that can only take place in a specific setting? Options: A selfish child tries to be a better person, A young woman falls in love with her family’s enemy, A ship’s captain chases a whale across the sea, A poor, hardworking woman becomes a successful chef.

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A ship’s captain chases a whale across the sea.

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Which of the following narrators is NEVER a character in the text? first person, second person, third person

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third person

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What is point of view?

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The narrator’s position or the perspective from which an author presents a story. (how the story is told)

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What is the theme of this story? Options: Necessity is the mother of invention., Don't steal., Respect your elders., Slowly but surely wins the race.

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Respect your elders.

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Which is an example of theme?

• One person can make a difference.
• Missy knew she would always be grateful.
• The donkey was stubborn and did not change.
• Sir John became famous for slaying the dragon.

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One person can make a difference.

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Why might a story's main theme be difficult to figure out?

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It is rarely stated explicitly.

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What is the tone of this passage? Nadia knew things were going to get better. She was certain she would do well on the next test and bring up her history grade. Once her mom saw how hard she worked, Nadia had no doubt she would allow her to go to the auditions on Saturday. And, once she went to the audition, Nadia was certain she would get a role in the play.

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optimistic