Literary Elements Quiz

What is the definition of plot in literature?

• The plot in literature refers to the main character's personality traits.

• The plot in literature refers to the physical setting of the story.

• The plot in literature refers to the author's writing style.

• The plot in literature refers to the sequence of events that make up a story.

Which literary element refers to the time, place, and social environment in which a story takes place?

• plot

• character

• theme

• setting

What is the main idea or underlying meaning of a literary work called?

• theme

• setting

• character

• plot

What is the term used to describe the struggle between opposing forces in a story?

• battle

• harmony

• agreement

• conflict

Which literary element determines the perspective from which a story is told?

• character development

• plot structure

• narrative style

• point of view

What are the major events that make up the story's structure called?

Which literary element creates the atmosphere or mood of a story?

• tone

• setting

• plot

• character

What is the term used to describe the turning point in a story?

• resolution

• beginning

• exposition

• climax

Which literary element refers to the message or lesson that the author wants to convey through a story?

• plot

• character

• setting

• theme

What is the term used to describe the highest point of tension or conflict in a story?

• resolution

• exposition

• climax

• falling action