Unit 1 Reading Flashcard Review

Front

What is Mrs. Maloney’s motive for going to get the lamb from the freezer in 'Lamb to the Slaughter'?

Back

She thinks she should go about her business as usual and then things will be all right.

Front

What is the term for language that evokes the 5 senses?

Back

Imagery.

Front

List the plot elements in the correct order.

Back

exposition, rising action, climax, falling action, resolution.

Front

Why does Mrs. Luella Bates Washington Jones want to help the boy after he attempted to rob her in 'Thank You Ma'am'?

Back

She identified with him because she was in similar situations when she was younger.

Front

What reason does Roger give for attempting to steal Mrs. Jones' purse in 'Thank You Ma'am'?

Back

He wants a new pair of blue suede shoes.

Front

Define 'Imagery' in literature.

Back

Imagery is language that evokes sensory experience, appealing to the five senses.

Front

What are the main elements of a plot?

Back

Exposition, rising action, climax, falling action, resolution.

Front

What is the significance of the climax in a story?

Back

The climax is the turning point where the main conflict reaches its highest intensity.

Front

What does 'exposition' refer to in a narrative?

Back

Exposition introduces the characters, setting, and basic situation.

Front

How does 'rising action' contribute to a story?

Back

Rising action builds tension and develops the conflict leading up to the climax.