Short Story Unit Quiz

What is the primary characteristic of a chronological story structure?

• It starts in the middle of the action.

• It follows the sequence of events as they happen in time.

• It begins with a flashback.

• It uses multiple narrators.

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DOK Level 1: Recall

Which of the following is a defining feature of realistic fiction?

• It includes magical elements.

• It is set in a futuristic world.

• It portrays believable characters and events.

• It is based on historical events.

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Create a thesis statement for an essay analyzing the theme of friendship in a novel.

• Friendship is important.

• The novel explores the complexities of friendship through the evolving relationship between the two main characters.

• Friends are like family.

• The book is about two friends.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

Which of the following is the correct APA citation for a direct quote from a book?

• (Author, Year, p. Page Number)

• (Author, Year)

• Author (Year) "Quote" (p. Page Number)

• "Quote" (Author, Year, p. Page Number)

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Which of the following is an example of a flashback in a story?

• A character dreams about the future.

• A character recalls a past event that explains their current behavior.

• A character imagines a different life.

• A character writes a letter to a friend.

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What is the purpose of using a flashback in a story?

• To confuse the reader.

• To provide background information and context.

• To introduce a new character.

• To change the setting.

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Which of the following is an example of citing a paraphrase in APA format?

• (Author, Year, p. Page Number)

• (Author, Year)

• Author (Year) "Paraphrase" (p. Page Number)

• "Paraphrase" (Author, Year, p. Page Number)

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What is the main difference between a thesis statement and a topic sentence?

• A thesis statement is a question, while a topic sentence is a statement.

• A thesis statement presents the main argument, while a topic sentence introduces a paragraph's main idea.

• A thesis statement is longer than a topic sentence.

• A thesis statement is used in the conclusion, while a topic sentence is used in the introduction.

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Exposition is _______

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

• the highest, most tense moment of a story
• the moment in a story after the climax where characters deal with their new life or new circumstances

• beginning "in the middle of things"

The highest, most meaningful moment of the story; normally this is a major turning point.

• falling action
• resolution 
• exposition
• climax