AP 12 Literary Terms Test - Part I - Terms #1-20 - Version 1

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How does the use of minimalism in Hemingway's "Hills Like White Elephants" contribute to the reader's perception of the underlying tension between the characters?

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The subtext and dialogue create a vague atmosphere, requiring the reader to infer the characters' true feelings and intentions.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.6

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How does the transformation of a dynamic character differ from the constancy of a static character in literary analysis?

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A dynamic character undergoes significant internal change, affecting the plot's progression, whereas a static character remains unchanged, providing stability to the narrative.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

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In "The Kite Runner," how does the use of hyperbole enhance the emotional impact of the narrative, and what is an example of this literary device?

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Hyperbole emphasizes the intensity of the characters' experiences, as seen in the phrase, "I ran faster than the wind."

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CCSS.RL.11-12.4

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Analyze the role of flashbacks in "The Kite Runner" and discuss their significance in shaping the reader's understanding of the protagonist's motivations.

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Flashbacks reveal the protagonist's past experiences, offering insight into his motivations and the narrative's central conflict.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.2

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In Hemingway's "Hills Like White Elephants," how does the author create a mood of tension and uncertainty, and what effect does this have on the reader's interpretation of the story?

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The mood is established through tense and uncertain interactions between the characters, compelling the reader to infer the underlying conflict.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.6

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In Hemingway's "Hills Like White Elephants," how does the use of personification contribute to the subtextual tension between the characters?

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By attributing human characteristics to the landscape, Hemingway enhances the tense emotional backdrop.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

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In "The Kite Runner," the narrative begins with Amir receiving a phone call that triggers a reflection on his past. Which best describes the name of the literary technique in which the novel's structure begins in the middle of the action?

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In media res

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How does a simile differ from a metaphor in literary analysis?

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A simile is a comparison using "like" or "as" while a metaphor is a direct comparison.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.L.11-12.5

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In "Where Are You Going, Where Have You Been?" which thematic claim is most accurate as portrayed through Connie's interactions? Options: The theme of freedom is developed through Connie's willing escape from home when she runs away with Arnold., The theme of adolescent identity is developed through Connie's close interactions with her sister throughout the text., The theme of the vulnerability of youth is developed through Connie's traumatic encounter with Arnold., The theme of finding one's true love is developed through Connie's romantic relationship with Eddie.

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The theme of the vulnerability of youth is developed through Connie's traumatic encounter with Arnold.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.2

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In "Hills Like White Elephants," the phrase "the hills look like white elephants" serves as a pivotal example of which literary device? Options: Simile, Metaphor, Personification, Irony

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Simile

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CCSS.RL.11-12.4