Activity 2 (ENG 1 FDC Unit 1 2024)

How does an author typically use a protagonist's changing beliefs to show character development?

• The protagonist remains steadfast in their beliefs
• The protagonist's beliefs change as a result of their experiences
• The protagonist's beliefs shift frequently without clear reasons
• The protagonist's beliefs do not affect their actions

Which best illustrates how a protagonist's inner conflict typically advances the plot?

• The protagonist avoids inner conflict
• The protagonist's inner conflict leads to major decisions
• The protagonist's inner conflict causes them to abandon the plot
• The protagonist's inner conflict is irrelevant to the plot

How do interactions between the protagonist and antagonist usually develop the theme?

• Their interactions highlight the theme of conflict
• Their interactions are irrelevant to the story's theme
• Their interactions focus on developing side plots
• Their interactions confuse the theme

How does a protagonist's reaction to challenges typically advance the plot?

• The protagonist's reactions are passive
• The protagonist actively faces challenges
• The protagonist avoids all challenges
• The protagonist reacts violently

How does an antagonist's role usually drive the plot forward?

• The antagonist's actions directly challenge the protagonist
• The antagonist's actions are minimal
• The antagonist's role is neutral
• The antagonist's role constantly shifts

How do a protagonist's evolving motivations typically help develop the central theme?

• Their motivations conflict with the theme
• Their motivations align with the central theme
• Their motivations have little to do with the theme
• Their motivations are static

How do protagonist-antagonist interactions often help develop the story's theme?

• Their conflict reflects a theme of struggle between opposing forces
• Their conflict is superficial
• Their conflict has no real consequences
• Their interactions complicate the theme

In 'A Sound of Thunder', how does Eckels' initial attitude toward time travel develop his character?

• Eckels is hesitant and fearful
• Eckels is eager and overconfident
• Eckels is indifferent and passive
• Eckels is overly cautious

What does Eckels' changing attitude toward the dinosaur reveal about his character development?

• He becomes increasingly brave
• He becomes more terrified
• He becomes indifferent to the dinosaur
• He becomes excited

How does Travis' reaction to Eckels' behavior develop both characters?

• Travis' calm response shows patience, Eckels' nervousness shows lack of confidence
• Travis' anger shows dedication to professionalism, Eckels' panic shows recklessness
• Travis' indifference suggests unconcern, Eckels remains confident
• Travis' forgiveness softens his character, Eckels becomes humble