English 10A Unit 2 Test

1.What is a theme in literature?

• A) A single word that represents the entire story
• B) The underlying message or main idea the author conveys
• C) The main character's actions and decisions
• D) A repeated symbol throughout the text

2.Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a theme?

• A) A universal truth
• B) A life lesson
• C) A statement of opinion
• D) A specific detail about the plot

3.How do symbols enhance the theme of a story?

• A) They provide random objects for the plot
• B) They act as direct representations of the theme
• C) They are only used for decorative purposes
• D) They do not have any connection to the theme

4. In the STEAL method, what does the "T" stand for?

• A) Tactics
• B) Time
• C) Thoughts
• D) Tone

5.How does a character's actions help reveal their personality?

• A) Actions show the choices they make, reflecting their traits
• B) Actions are irrelevant to characterization
• C) Actions confuse the reader about their real personality
• D) Actions hide the true theme of the story

6.What does a character's appearance (Looks) tell the reader?

• A) Their thoughts on the plot
• B) How other characters view them
• C) How they present themselves and what it implies
• D) Their secret abilities

7.Which of the following is a common abstract theme explored in stories?

• A) Friendship
• B) Love conquers all
• C) A person's clothing choices
• D) A battle over land

8.Which of the following best describes how the conflict contributes to a story's theme?

• A) The conflict has no relation to the theme
• B) The conflict drives the character's actions that reflect the theme
• C) Conflict exists only to add excitement
• D) The conflict is the direct theme

9.How might a character's tone impact the theme of a story?

• A) It confuses the theme
• B) It creates atmosphere but doesn't relate to the theme
• C) The tone reflects the mood and enhances the thematic elements
• D) Tone is separate from the theme

10.How can a reader understand the theme from the context of when a story was written?

• A) By examining the cultural and historical background
• B) By ignoring the time period
• C) By focusing only on the characters' actions
• D) By assuming the story is irrelevant to its context