English 9: Coming of Age Literature Assessment

Which of the following best describes the concept of "coming of age" in literature?

• A story about elderly characters
• A narrative focusing on young characters maturing and gaining self-awareness
• A tale of magical creatures in a fantasy world
• A historical account of a nation's development

In "Volar," what does the protagonist's dream of flying symbolize?

• A desire to become a pilot
• Fear of heights
• A longing for freedom and escape from reality
• Admiration for birds

What literary device is heavily employed in "The Flowers" by Alice Walker?

• Dialogue
• Flashbacks
• Imagery
• Rhyme scheme

Which point of view is used in the short story "Thank You, Ma'am"?

• First-person
• Second-person
• Third-person limited
• Third-person omniscient

In "The Stolen Party," what type of irony is present when Rosaura realizes she's been treated as a servant?

• Verbal irony
• Dramatic irony
• Situational irony
• Cosmic irony

What is the primary conflict in "The Scarlet Ibis"?

• Man vs. Nature
• Man vs. Society
• Man vs. Man
• Man vs. Self

Which of the following is an example of indirect characterization?

• "John was a kind and gentle soul."
• Sarah nervously bit her nails as she waited for the results.
• "I'm the bravest person in this town," declared Tom.
• The author states that Maria is intelligent and hardworking.

What is the term for the part of the plot where the main conflict is resolved?

• Exposition
• Rising action
• Climax
• Resolution

Which literary term refers to hints or clues about future events in a story?

• Flashback
• Foreshadowing
• Figurative language
• Fallacy

What is the difference between a dynamic and a static character?

• Dynamic characters are main characters, while static characters are minor
• Dynamic characters change over the course of the story, while static characters do not
• Dynamic characters are good, while static characters are evil
• Dynamic characters speak more, while static characters are quiet