Characters, Plot, and Conflict Review

Which part of a story's plot introduces the characters, setting, and central conflict?

• Exposition

• Rising Action

• Climax

• Falling Action

• Resolution

Answer explanation

The 'Exposition' is the part of a story's plot that introduces the characters, setting, and central conflict. It sets the stage for the story, providing necessary background information. The other options, such as 'Rising Action', 'Climax', 'Falling Action', and 'Resolution', occur later in the narrative structure.

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Which part of a story's plot builds or complicates the central conflict?

• Exposition

• Rising Action

• Climax

• Falling Action

• Resolution

Answer explanation

The 'Rising Action' in a story's plot refers to the series of events that build up towards the climax, often introducing and developing the central conflict. This part of the plot is where the tension and complications increase, making it the correct answer to the question about which part of a story's plot builds or complicates the central conflict.

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Which part of a story's plot shows the point of greatest tension and/or marks a turning point?

• Exposition

• Rising Action

• Climax

• Falling Action

• Resolution

Answer explanation

The climax is the part of a story's plot that shows the point of greatest tension and/or marks a turning point. It is the moment where the main problem or conflict reaches its peak. This is why the correct answer to the question is 'Climax'.

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CCSS.RL.8.3

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Which part of a story's plot describes the effects of the climax?

• Exposition

• Rising Action

• Climax

• Falling Action

• Resolution

Answer explanation

The 'Falling Action' part of a story's plot describes the effects of the climax. After the climax, the story begins to slow down and work towards tying up loose ends. This is where the consequences of the climax are explored and the story moves towards its conclusion or resolution.

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CCSS.RL.8.3

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Which part of a story's plot shows the final outcome?

• Exposition

• Rising Action

• Climax

• Falling Action

• Resolution

Answer explanation

The final outcome of a story's plot is shown in the 'Resolution' part. This is the stage where the main problem or conflict is resolved. The 'Exposition' introduces the characters and setting, the 'Rising Action' builds up the conflict, the 'Climax' is the turning point, and the 'Falling Action' leads to the resolution. Therefore, the correct answer is 'Resolution'.

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This character is central to the story. The plot revolves around him or her. 

• Dynamic character

• Static character

• Protagonist

• Antagonist

Answer explanation

The protagonist is the main character in a story, around whom the entire plot revolves. This character is central to the story, and all events and other characters' actions are related to this character. Therefore, the correct answer to the question is 'Protagonist'.

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This is a character who changes their personality, attitude, and/or beliefs over time. This change is usually a result of a conflict. 

• Protagonist 

• Antagonist 

• Dynamic character

• Static character

Answer explanation

A dynamic character is one who undergoes significant internal change throughout the course of a story. This change could be in their personality, beliefs, or attitude, which is exactly what the question describes. Therefore, the correct answer is 'Dynamic character'.

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This is a character who does not change or develop over the course of the story. 

• Protagonist 

• Antagonist 

• Dynamic character

• Static character

Answer explanation

A 'Static character' is a character who does not undergo inner changes, or undergoes a little change. It is a character who does not grow or develop. In the context of the question, the character does not change or develop over the course of the story, which is the definition of a static character.

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CCSS.RL.8.3

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This figure usually creates a conflict for the main character.

• Protagonist

• Antagonist 

• Dynamic character

• Static character

Answer explanation

The antagonist in a story is the character or force that opposes the protagonist, or main character. They often create conflict for the protagonist, which is a key element of most narratives. Therefore, the correct answer to the question is 'Antagonist'.

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CCSS.RL.8.3

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Which scenario would make someone a dynamic character? 

• A character breaks her arm. 

• A character cuts his hair. 

• A character gains a new perspective on life. 

• A character dies by the end of the story. 

Answer explanation

A dynamic character is one who undergoes significant internal change throughout the course of a story. This change is usually in their personality, beliefs, or perspective. In the given question, the character who gains a new perspective on life is the one who fits the definition of a dynamic character. The other options do not necessarily indicate a significant internal change.

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