December 13 | English 1 Lesson Cycle

YOU SHOULD BE IN YOUR ASSIGNED SEAT.

IF YOU ARE PRESENT, YOU WILL NOT BE ABLE TO MAKE-UP ANY OF THE ASSIGNMENTS.

TODAY, EACH PORTION OF THE ASSIGNMENT WILL COUNT AS A SEPARATE GRADE.

PLEASE BE ON YOUR BEST BEHAVIOR. BE MINDFUL OF YOUR VOLUME AND THE TYPE OF LANGUAGE YOU UTILIZE. ANY DOCUMENTATION OF INAPPROPRIATE OR BAD BEHAVIOR WILL NOT BE TOLERATED.

Multiple Choice

The problem a character faces that drives the plot of the story is called the __________________.

• Conflict

• Plot

• Theme

• Action

Multiple Choice

A conflict between a character and an outside force. Examples include nature, other characters, and society.

• Internal Conflict

• External Conflict

Multiple Choice

A conflict within a character's heart or mind. Occurs when a character has to overcome a troubling emotion or make a difficult decision. An example is character vs self conflict.

• Internal Conflict

• External Conflict

Multiple Choice

A conflict between a character and a force such as weather, environment, an animal, or a disease

• Character vs Character

• Character vs Self

• Character vs Nature

• Character vs Society

Multiple Choice

A conflict between two or more characters in a story

• Character vs Character

• Character vs Self

• Character vs Nature

• Character vs Society

Multiple Choice

A conflict between a character and the laws or social norms of their culture.

• Character vs Character

• Character vs Self

• Character vs Nature

• Character vs Society

Multiple Choice

A conflict a character faces that involves overcoming a troubling feeling or making a difficult decision.

• Character vs Character

• Character vs Self

• Character vs Nature

• Character vs Society

Multiple Choice

Exposition can be defined as:

• Background information about setting and the characters

• The events that lead up to a climax

• The events that follow the climax, leading to the resolution

• The calm after the storm...it's when all loose ends are tied up in some way

Multiple Choice

The Rising Action can be defined as:

• The calm after the storm...it’s when all loose ends are tied up in some way

• Background information about setting and the characters

• The calm after the storm...it’s when all loose ends are tied up in some way

• The events that lead up to a climax

Multiple Choice

The Climax can be defined as:

• The events that follow the climax, leading to the resolution

• The turning point of the story...it creates a shift in the plot, and a change in the characters

• The events that lead up to a climax

• The calm after the storm...it’s when all loose ends are tied up in some way

Multiple Choice

The Falling Action can be defined as:

• Background information about setting and the characters

• The events that lead up to a climax

• The turning point of the story...it creates a shift in the plot, and a change in the characters

• The events that follow the climax, leading to the resolution

Multiple Choice

The Resolution can be defined as:

• The events that lead up to a climax

• The calm after the storm...it’s when all loose ends are tied up in some way

• The events that follow the climax, leading to the resolution

• The event that sets the whole plot in motion

Multiple Choice

This is the main character, characterized by "goodness"

• obstacle

• antagonist

• dynamic

• protagonist

Multiple Choice

The "force" against the main character

• obstacle

• antagonist

• protagonist

• dynamic

Multiple Choice

A character that has little or no change by the end of the book is a ____________________ character.

• Round

• Flat

• Static

• Dynamic

Multiple Choice

A character that does change by the end of the story is a_______________ character.

• Round

• Flat

• Static

• Dynamic

Multiple Choice

A well developed, complex character is

• round

• flat

• static

• dynamic

INSTRUCTIONS

Once you have finished your NoRedInk.com assignment, you will utilize the short story on the next slide to complete HANDOUT ONE which includes:

CONFLICT: Ensure you specify the TYPE of CONFLICT

PLOT SEQUENCE

CHARACTERIZATION: Include the CHARACTER TYPE and CHARATER TRAITS

PRE-AP ENG I | SMITH

ELEMENTS OF A SHORT STORY

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INSTRUCTIONS

Once you have finished

CONFLICT, PLOT SEQUENCE, and CHARACTERIZATION

COMPLETE THE ONE-PAGER INFORMATION (BOXES HANDOUT). THE ONE PAGER INCLUDES: POINT OF VIEW, AUTHOR'S PURPOSE, SUMMARY, CHARACTERIZATION AND THEME.

PRE-AP ENG I | SMITH

ELEMENTS OF A SHORT STORY

PLACE BOTH HANDOUTS IN TRAY

ENSURE YOUR NAME IS ON EACH SHEET THEN COMPLETE THE QUIZ ON THE NEXT SLIDES.

Multiple Choice

What is the meaning of the word relief as used in paragraph ten? (RL7.4)

• A feeling of relaxation from anxiety or distress.

• Free from violence

• Warm and friendly

• Assistance, in the form of food, clothing, or money, given to those in need

Multiple Choice

What does the teacher mean when she says: "We are collecting this money for you and your kind, Richard Gregory." (L7.4)

• girls, like Helen that need extra $ money

• poor, African Americans like himself

• boys that do not behave

• all children between the ages of 11-18

Multiple Choice

What is the main significance of Helene Tucker in the story? (RL7.2)

• Helene is the girl Richard really likes. She symbolizes everything he wants for himself.

• Helene is Richard’s neighbor. She provides assistance (help) when Richard is in need.

• Helene is Richard’s best friend, and he desperately wants to reunite with her after being apart for many years.

• Helene is mean to Richard, and will not talk to him because he is poor. Helene ignores Richard throughout the story.

Multiple Choice

Which statement best illustrates an important idea the author develops by repeating the phrase, “Pregnant with…” in paragraph five? (RL7.2)

• Overpowered with hunger.

• Possesses only hand-me-downs.

• Filled with the burdens (hardships) of poverty.

• Upset, because he always smells.

Multiple Choice

Which quotation best supports a central idea of the story? (R7.2)

• “I stood up and raised my hand. "What is it now?" "You forgot me?" She turned toward the blackboard. "I don't have time to be playing with you, Richard."

• “I never learned hate at home, or shame. I had to go to school for that. I was about seven years old when I got my first big lesson.”

• “Why'd it have to be the same for everybody so when you walked down the street the people could see you were on relief?”

• “The pipes were frozen again, there was no water in the house, but I washed my socks and shirt every night.”

Multiple Choice

Which statement best expresses a theme in the story? (R7.2)

• Follow your dreams and they will come true

• Be patient and good things will happen

• Teachers have a huge influence on their students and must be careful of what they say and do.

• Despite challenges in life, continue to work hard