Literary Elements Quiz

Which of these things is not related to the "theme" in a story?

• how a character is feeling

• a "life lesson" the main character learns

• a big idea that people from any culture or any place can understand

• the moral of the story

The lesson or moral of the story is called the what?

• conflict

• main character

• topic

• theme

When is the conflict solved in a story?

• Falling Action

• Resolution

• Anti-conflict

• Exposition

When is the conflict introduced in a story?

• Exposition

• Rising Action

• Climax

• Falling Action

What is the theme of a story where a character learns the importance of honesty after telling lies leads to trouble?

• The benefits of hard work

• The consequences of lying

• The value of friendship

• The importance of perseverance

In a story where a shy character becomes a confident leader, what literary element is being demonstrated?

• Theme

• Setting

• Character development

• Plot structure

What is the climax in a story about a character who must overcome their fear to rescue a friend?

• When the character decides to embark on the rescue

• When the character is planning the rescue

• When the character finally confronts their fear during the rescue

• When the character and their friend safely return home

If a story is told from the perspective of the main character using "I" and "me," what point of view is this?

• First person

• Second person

• Third person limited

• Third person omniscient

Which of the following is an example of figurative language?

• "The sun is very bright."

• "The wind whispered through the trees."

• "The car is red."

• "She ran quickly."

What does the theme of a story refer to?

• The main characters in the story

• The setting of the story

• The central message or lesson of the story

• The sequence of events in the story