Literary Elements Quiz

The protagonist is the main character in a story, often facing challenges or conflicts.

The series of events that make up a story is called the plot.

The conflict is the problem or challenge that drives the story forward.

What term describes hints or clues about future events in the story?

• a) Flashback

• b) Climax

• c) Foreshadowing

• d) Resolution

The highest point of tension in a story is called the climax.

• a) Exposition

• b) Rising action

• c) Falling action

• d) Climax

Explain the difference between static and dynamic characters in a story.

__________ is the main character in a story.

The __________ of a story refers to the time and place in which it occurs.

Which term refers to the perspective from which a story is told?

• a) Point of view

• b) Antagonist

• c) Person vs. Technology

• d) Foreshadowing

Which term refers to a conflict between a character and technological forces?

• a) Point of view

• b) Antagonist

• c) Person vs. Technology

• d) Foreshadowing