Module 4 Exam Review

Which sentence describes a character trait?

• Perris arrived on time today.

• Leona was shy in most situations.

• Swimming was Logan’s favorite form of exercise.

• Maya once climbed a water tower.

How do authors make readers aware of character traits?

• by directing readers to imagine themselves as the character

• by providing specific details about the character’s environment

• by describing what characters say and how they say it

• by providing a list of traits at the beginning of the story

Which character trait best describes the typical fairy tale hero or heroine?

• courageous

• timid

• sneaky

• bored

When Marion accidentally wounds Robin Hood, not realizing who he is, Robin Hood responds in this way:

"'Twas nothing," he replied laughingly, "so long as it brought me you."

What character trait does Robin Hood’s reply show?

• fearfulness

• a forgiving nature

• a tendency to seek revenge

• arrogance

Most readers already know what to expect from the hero or heroine of a story. Which of these characteristics or actions is NOT associated with a heroic character?

• He or she overcomes great danger.

• He or she makes a significant journey

• He or she had an unusual childhood.

• He or she is skilled in the use of all weapons.

How can you tell that Joringel is the protagonist of the story “Jorinda and Joringel”?

• Joringel is the one who has the most knowledge and skill.

• Joringel is the one who overcomes danger to achieve his goals.

• Joringel is the one who tells the story.

• Joringel is the one that other characters must defeat.

Which of the following characters would make the best antagonist of a story?

• a brave dog

• a magical nanny

• a kind janitor

• a grouchy neighbor

Which event is mostly like to happen at the beginning of a heroic folk tale?

• The protagonist engages in a battle.

• The protagonist gets married.

• The protagonist begins a difficult journey.

• The protagonist is given a magical gift.

In the folk tale “Andrus's Good Luck,” the protagonist Andrus faces several obstacles. Which of these is NOT one of those obstacles?

• The Serpent King will eat Andrus if he’s discovered.

• Andrus is born to a poor family struggling to survive.

• Peter the Rich throws him Andrus off a cliff.

• Andrus must replace the old ferryman.

In the folk tale “Frau Holle,” what role does the witch Frau Holle play?

• the donor

• the protagonist

• the villain

• the antagonist