Elements of a Short Story Quiz

What does the acronym P.A.C.C.T.S stand for in the context of short story elements?

• Plot, Atmosphere, Characters, Conflict, Theme, Setting

• Plot, Action, Characters, Conflict, Theme, Style

• Plot, Atmosphere, Characters, Conflict, Tone, Setting

• Plot, Atmosphere, Characters, Conflict, Theme, Style

Which element of a short story involves the time and place in which the story occurs?

• Theme

• Setting

• Plot

• Characters

In a short story, which element refers to the central struggle or problem faced by the characters?

• Theme

• Conflict

• Setting

• Point of View

What is the sequence of events that occur in a story called?

• Theme

• Setting

• Plot

• Character

Which of the following is NOT a component of a plot?

• Introduction (Exposition)

• Rising Action

• Climax

• Character Development

What is the final component of a plot?

• Climax

• Falling Action

• Denouement (Conclusion/Resolution)

• Rising Action

What is the purpose of the introduction or exposition in a story?

• To conclude the story

• To introduce the main characters, setting, and problem

• To describe the climax

• To resolve the conflict

What is a trigger incident in a story?

• The resolution of the plot

• The event that begins the plot and introduces conflict

• The climax of the story

• The conclusion of the story

What is the rising action in a story?

• The introduction of characters and setting.

• The main part of the story where the full problem develops.

• The resolution of the story's conflict.

• The conclusion of the story.

What does the rising action lead to in a story?

• The introduction.

• The climax.

• The resolution.

• The exposition.