Understanding Plot and Characterization

What is the difference between linear and non-linear plots?

• Linear plots have a clear beginning, middle, and end; non-linear plots do not

• Linear plots follow chronological order; non-linear plots may use flashbacks or other time shifts

• Linear plots have only one storyline; non-linear plots have multiple storylines

• Linear plots are always told from one perspective; non-linear plots use multiple narrators

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CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.5

Which of the following is NOT an example of non-linear plot development?

• Flashbacks

• Foreshadowing

• Rising action

• Subplots

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CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.5

What is the correct order of plot structure elements?

• Exposition, rising action, climax, falling action, resolution

• Rising action, exposition, climax, falling action, resolution

• Exposition, climax, rising action, falling action, resolution

• Rising action, climax, falling action, exposition, resolution

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CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.5

How do character motivations affect a story?

• They have no impact on the plot

• They influence events and conflict resolution

• They only affect the character's appearance

• They determine the story's setting

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CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

What is direct characterization?

• When a character's traits are shown through their actions

• When the author explicitly states a character's traits

• When other characters describe the character

• When the character's appearance implies their traits

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CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

Which of the following is an example of indirect characterization?

• The author stating 'John was brave'

• A character's thoughts revealing their fears

• The narrator listing a character's qualities

• A character introducing themselves with their traits

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CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

What is the difference between first-person and third-person limited point of view?

• First-person uses 'I' or 'we'; third-person limited uses 'he' or 'she' but follows one character

• First-person knows everything; third-person limited knows only one character's thoughts

• First-person is always the main character; third-person limited is always a side character

• There is no difference between these points of view

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CCSS.RL.1.6

CCSS.RL.5.6

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

How does setting influence characters?

• It has no effect on characters

• It only determines their physical appearance

• It can shape their values, beliefs, and behaviors

• It only affects minor characters, not protagonists

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CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

Which of the following is NOT a type of irony discussed in the notes?

• Situational irony

• Verbal irony

• Dramatic irony

• Cosmic irony

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CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.5.5

How is theme developed in a story?

• Only through explicit statements by the narrator

• Through character interactions and events

• Only in the story's conclusion

• Theme is predetermined and doesn't develop

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2