One way you could figure out the theme is to...

Think about what the character has learned

Just read the beginning of the story

Unlike the topic of literature, a theme ...

is always stated directly in the text

Themes are universal because ...

all humans share common experiences

authors add them to make the writing meaningful

the entire universe enjoys them

What could be an example of a theme?

Being prepared often leads to success.

How to bake chocolate chip cookies

What is the difference between a theme of a story and a topic of a story?

Theme is the life lesson you learn and topic is what the story is mostly about.

Theme is a summary and a topic is a life lesson.

What is the definition of an "internal" conflict?

An issue that a character faces within him/her self.

A hero in a story that saves many lives.

A problem that a character has with other characters.

A struggle between a character and a family member.

A struggle between two opposing forces.

What is the definition of an "external" conflict?

An issue between a character and an outside force.

A struggle that a character has within him/her self.

A problem caused by the protagonist.

Which scenario would make someone a dynamic character ?

A character gains a new perspective on life.

A character dies by the end of the story.

Which scenario would make someone a static character?

An antagonist remains evil throughout the story

A protagonist becomes more powerful and knowledgeable over time

A protagonist starts off as a good character, but becomes evil

An antagonist eventually becomes kind

Which of the following is an example of situational irony?

A vampire has a cross in his house.

She told everyone what a beautiful day it was.

Which of the following is NOT an example of verbal irony?

An arrogant criminal gets caught.

A left handed person is called "Lefty"

A tall person is called "Shorty

A best selling writer's latest novel is a flop.

Which of the following is an example of dramatic irony?

A man meets his long-lost son but doesn't know it, although the reader does.

A mother expecting her children to do well in school, and they make the honor roll.

A little girl can see the future.

A teacher tells her students they did well on a test, but actually they all failed

Why didn't Rosaura's mother want her to go to Luciana's party?

It was a rich person's party and she worried about how her daughter would be treated

She had too much homework to do

Luciana was not a good friend to Rosaura

She was worried that the magician and the monkey would scare Rosaura

Which line suggests that there is a conflict between Rosaura and her mother?

"You know what you are to them? The maid's daughter."

"My mother doesn't sell anything in a shop, so there."

"Her mother tapped her on the head and said 'So now we're a countess?'"

Which sentence casts doubt on the friendship between Rosaura and Luciana?

"you are not a friend of Luciana because I'm her cousin and I know all her friends..."

"Rosaura thought this was truly the most amusing party in the world"

"What a marvelous daughter you have, Herminia."

"Rosaura loved everything in the big house, including the people in it."

During the party, did Rosaura know that she was helping out?

No, she felt that she had special privileges in the house.

Yes, she knew when she passed out the juice and cake.

What did Senora Ines do that deeply offended Rosaura?

She gave her money for helping at the party

She gave her a yo-yo instead of a bracelet

She told her to never come back to the house again

She asked her to pass out the cake

What does Rosaura's mother understand that Rosaura doesn't understand until the end?

People of higher social class look down on those of lower social class.

Everyone should be friends despite their social class.

People with little money are not very nice to people who are rich.

Rich people should try their best to help the poor.

At the beginning of "The Necklace," what is the most likely conclusion that readers can draw about Madame Loisel's character, based on the life she desires?

She cares primarily about material things.

She cares primarily about her husband.

In "The Necklace," what does Monsieur Loisel's treatment of his wife most clearly reveal about the character?

He cares deeply about his wife's happiness.

He has grown tired of his wife's complaints.

He cares far too much about material things.

He enjoys accompanying his wife to fancy receptions.

Short Story Test Review Fils 2023

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8th Grade

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

15 mins • 1 pt

What is the definition of plot?

The lesson in the story

The sequence of events in the story

The turning point of the story

The conflict in the story

Tags

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.9

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

15 mins • 1 pt

The resolution is...

problem in story

The exploding part of story/ turning point of story

setting and characters

the solution to the problem

Tags

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.9

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

15 mins • 1 pt

The problem in a story is the...

theme

resolution

climax

conflict

Tags

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.9

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

15 mins • 1 pt

What is the Time and Place of the Story?

Rising Action

Plot

Conflict

Setting

Tags

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

15 mins • 1 pt

The exposition...

Introduces the reader to the characters and setting

Is the part of the story where a character changes

Is the part of the story when the conflict is resolved

Is the part of the story where the events help the reader understand what the conflict is

Tags

CCSS.RL.2.10

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.4.4

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

15 mins • 1 pt

Which part of the story is represented by this blue blob?

exposition

rising action

falling action

resolution

Tags

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.5

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

15 mins • 1 pt

Which part of the story is represented by this blue blob?

climax

exposition

falling action

resolution

Tags

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.5

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