Short Story Review

What is the definition of irony?

• Objects or characters that represent larger ideas

• A story that has several meanings

• The difference between what is expected and what actually happens in a story

• Hints or clues in a story that lead to a logical conclusion

What is the definition of ambiguity?

• A story with several meanings

• The struggle between opposing characters or forces

• Descriptive language used to create mental pictures

• Objects or characters that represent larger ideas

What is the definition of allegory?

• The central idea, insight, or message in a story

• Objects or characters that represent larger ideas

• A struggle between opposing characters or forces

• A story with two meanings: literal and figurative

In third person point of view the narrator is not a character in the story.

• True

• False

In "Eleven", who is the narrator of the story?

• Mrs. Price

• Sylvia

• Rachel

• An unknown narrator

In "Eleven", what is a possible theme of the story?

• Always tell the truth

• Be careful who you trust

• Don't show your emotions in front of others

• Coming of Age and Finding Yourself

In "Eleven," what could the red sweater symbolize?

• Feeling out of place; feeling like an outcast

• Growth and change

• Love and happiness

• Rachel's frustrations with her classmates

In "Currents," what is the climax of the story?

• The girl getting sick

• Gary (the dad) feeling sad at night

• The lifeguard's reaction

• The boy's death from drowning

What is a possible theme of "Currents"?

• Don't go swimming

• Tragedy can happen at anytime

• Be aware of your surroundings

• Always ask for help

In "The Pie," what is the narrator's conflict at the beginning of the story?

• What to eat for a snack

• He is in a fight with his friend

• He is lost and can't find his way home

• Whether or not to steal