Understanding Narrative Elements Quiz

What is the climax of a story?

• The beginning of the story where characters and setting are introduced

• The highest point of tension or conflict in the story

• The resolution or outcome of the story's conflicts

• A detailed description of the story's setting

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.9

Which of the following best describes a protagonist?

• The main character who opposes the hero

• The main character around whom the story revolves

• A character who does not change throughout the story

• A minor character who supports the protagonist

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

What type of conflict is a character struggling with an internal dilemma?

• Character vs. Character

• Character vs. Nature

• Character vs. Society

• Character vs. Self

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CCSS.RL.11-12.8

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

What type of conflict is a character struggling with another character?

• Character vs. Character

• Character vs. Nature

• Character vs. Society

• Character vs. Self

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

What type of conflict is a character struggling with a force much larger or stronger than themselves?

• Character vs. Character

• Character vs. Nature

• Character vs. Society

• Character vs. Self

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

How does setting impact a narrative?

• It dictates the characters' clothing styles only.

• It has no real impact on the plot or characters.

• It influences the mood, character behavior, and plot developments.

• It only determines the time period of the story.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

What is a thematic statement in a narrative?

• The main events that happen in the story and to the reader

• The time and place where the story is set, including the impact the mood and tone have on the reader

• The underlying message or insight about life the author wants to teach the reader

• The description of the main character and how it contrasts with the reader

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Which element of plot comes directly after the climax?

• Exposition

• Rising Action

• Falling Action

• Resolution

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CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.5

In a narrative, a dynamic character is one who:

• Does not change throughout the story

• Changes significantly as a result of the story's events

• Is only mentioned in the beginning of the story

• Is the villain or antagonist

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CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

What is an example of Character vs. Society conflict?

• A character struggling to survive in a desert island

• A character fighting against societal norms or laws

• A character facing a moral dilemma within themselves

• Two characters competing in a sports event

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3