Test: Understanding Literary Terms and Parts of a Story

Conflict – A __________________ between two people, things or ideas.

• love match

• struggle

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Static - the character that stays the ________________ throughout the story.

• worst

• same

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The protagonist is ___________________________________________.

• the main character

• a side character

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Direct Characterization is ________________ to the reader and “spells” it right out.

• clear

• indirect

• confusing

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CCSS.RL.7.3

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

Which of the following is an example of indirect characterization?

• The author describes the character's thoughts and feelings.

• The author directly states the character's personality traits.

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In literature, a dynamic character is one who ________________.

• remains unchanged throughout the story

• undergoes significant internal change

• is always the antagonist

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The antagonist in a story is usually the character who ________________.

• helps the protagonist

• opposes the protagonist

• narrates the story

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A round character is one that is ________________.

• one-dimensional and simple

• complex and well-developed

• always the hero

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CCSS.RL.7.3

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Which of the following is a method of indirect characterization?

• The author tells the reader the character's age.

• The author shows the character's actions and reactions.

• The author lists the character's favorite foods.

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CCSS.RL.7.3

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Which of the following best describes direct characterization?

• The author reveals the personality of the character through their actions, thoughts, and interactions with other characters.

• The author explicitly describes the character's personality traits.

• The character's traits are revealed through the use of symbols and metaphors.

• The character's personality is revealed through the setting of the story.

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CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

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