The Leap by Louise Erdrich Selection Test

Front

What is the theme conveyed in 'The Leap' by Louise Erdrich?

Back

Sometimes a moment in time can seem longer than it actually is.

Front

Which quotation best supports the theme of 'The Leap'?

Back

"My mother once said that I’d be amazed at how many things a person can do within the act of falling." (paragraph 9)

Front

What does the prefix 'un-' mean in the words 'unnoticed' and 'unseen'?

Back

Not

Front

What element makes it difficult to identify the climax in 'The Leap'?

Back

Two plot lines, one involving the Flying Avalons and the other involving the narrator as a child.

Front

What does the simile in the description of the Flying Avalons suggest?

Back

How skillful and natural their acrobatics were.

Front

Define 'climax' in the context of a story.

Back

The climax is the point of highest tension or drama in a narrative, where the main conflict reaches its peak.

Front

What is a simile?

Back

A simile is a figure of speech that compares two different things using 'like' or 'as'.

Front

What is the significance of the narrator's perspective in 'The Leap'?

Back

The narrator's perspective provides insight into her emotions and experiences, shaping the reader's understanding of the events.

Front

How does the use of two main characters affect the narrative structure of 'The Leap'?

Back

It creates complexity and depth, allowing for multiple viewpoints and experiences to be explored.

Front

What role does memory play in 'The Leap'?

Back

Memory serves as a lens through which the narrator reflects on past events, influencing her understanding of the present.