Grade 6 Character, Setting, and Plot Quiz

What is a character in a story?

• A character in a story is a person, animal, or imaginary creature that takes part in the events of the story.

• A character in a story is a literary technique used to create suspense.

• A character in a story is a type of setting or location.

• A character in a story is a plot device used to advance the story.

What is a setting in a story?

• Characters and plot

• Time and place

• Conflict and resolution

• Theme and tone

What is a plot in a story?

• The plot is the sequence of events in a story.

• The plot is the theme of a story.

• The plot is the setting of a story.

• The plot is the main character in a story.

How does a character's actions contribute to the plot?

• A character's actions contribute to the plot by driving the story forward and creating conflict or resolution.

• A character's actions contribute to the plot by revealing the character's backstory and motivations.

• A character's actions contribute to the plot by introducing new characters and subplots.

• A character's actions contribute to the plot by providing comic relief and adding humor to the story.

Why is it important for a story to have well-developed characters?

• Well-developed characters add unnecessary complexity to the story.

• Well-developed characters make the story less interesting.

• Well-developed characters are not important for a story.

• Well-developed characters make the story more relatable and engaging.

How does the setting of a story affect the plot?

• The setting of a story only affects the characters, not the plot.

• The setting of a story affects the plot by providing the context and environment in which the events of the story take place.

• The setting of a story has no impact on the plot.

• The plot of a story is determined solely by the actions of the characters, not the setting.

What are some common elements of a plot structure?

• exposition, rising action, climax, falling action, and resolution

• exposition, climax, denouement

• setting, conflict, resolution

• introduction, climax, conclusion

What is the difference between the main character and a supporting character?

• The main character has a more complex backstory than a supporting character.

• The main character has more screen time than a supporting character.

• The main character is the central focus of the story, while a supporting character assists or interacts with the main character.

• The main character is always the hero, while a supporting character can be a villain.

How does the conflict in a story drive the plot?

• The conflict in a story drives the plot by slowing down the pace of the story.

• The conflict in a story drives the plot by creating tension and obstacles for the characters to overcome.

• The conflict in a story drives the plot by introducing new characters.

• The conflict in a story drives the plot by providing a resolution for the characters.

Why is it important for a story to have a resolution?

• To create suspense and keep the reader engaged.

• To confuse the reader and leave them with unanswered questions.

• To make the story longer and more complex.

• To provide closure and satisfaction to the reader or audience.