Literary Elements Review Quiz

What is the definition of 'setting' in a story?

• The time and place in which the events of the story take place.

• The moral or lesson of the story

• The protagonist's personality and characteristics

• The main problem or conflict in the story

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

What literary element is used to create a struggle between two opposing forces?

• resolution

• conflict

• agreement

• harmony

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

What is the purpose of 'foreshadowing' in a story?

• To provide historical context

• To confuse the reader

• To summarize the main events

• To hint at future events or outcomes

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.5

What is the difference between 'protagonist' and 'antagonist'?

• The protagonist is the villain, while the antagonist is the hero

• The protagonist is the antagonist, while the antagonist is the protagonist

• The protagonist is the main character or hero of the story, while the antagonist is the character or force that opposes the protagonist.

• The protagonist is the sidekick, while the antagonist is the main character

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

What is the definition of 'theme' in a story?

• The type of font used in the printed version of the story.

• The name of the main character in the story.

• The main idea or underlying meaning that the writer explores through the story.

• The physical location where the story takes place.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

What literary element is used to give human characteristics to non-human objects?

• humanization

• personification

• animalization

• objectification

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.5

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

What is the purpose of 'irony' in literature?

• To confuse the readers and make the story hard to follow

• To emphasize the main theme and message of the story

• To create humor and entertain the readers

• To create contrast, add depth to characters, and provoke critical thinking in readers.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

What is the definition of 'point of view' in a story?

• The perspective from which the story is told

• The main idea of the story

• The physical location of the story

• The time period in which the story takes place

Tags

CCSS.RL.1.6

CCSS.RL.5.6

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

What literary element is used to create a feeling of uncertainty or tension in a story?

• suspense

• comedy

• romance

• action

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.5

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

What is the purpose of 'symbolism' in literature?

• To distract from the main themes and plot of the story

• To provide a straightforward and literal interpretation of the text

• To convey deeper meanings and emotions through the use of symbols

• To confuse the reader with hidden messages

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.7

CCSS.RI.7.7

CCSS.RL.6.7

CCSS.RL.7.7

CCSS.RL.8.7