Understanding Suspense in Stories Test

What is suspense in a story?

• A feeling of happiness and joy

• A feeling of uncertainty or fear

• A feeling of excitement and adventure

• A feeling of relaxation and calm

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CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

How are titles in suspenseful stories often described?

• They are always long and detailed

• They are always humorous and light

• They are either very descriptive or very simple

• They never give any hints about the story

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CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

What is an antagonist in a suspenseful story?

• The main hero of the story

• A character who helps the protagonist

• The evil character causing conflict

• A character with no role in the story

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CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

How might an antagonist appear in the beginning of a suspenseful story?

• As a hero

• As kind and normal

• As a friendly pet

• As a storyteller

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CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

What is a common characteristic of suspenseful settings?

• They are always described in one sentence

• They use a lot of sensory language

• They are not important to the story

• They are always bright and cheerful

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CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

How are conflicts typically presented in suspenseful stories?

• There are no conflicts

• There are usually several conflicts

• The protagonist never faces any challenges

• Conflicts are always resolved immediately

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CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

What type of ending do many suspenseful stories have?

• A happy ending

• A cliffhanger

• An ending with a celebration

• An ending with a wedding

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CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

What is a rare outcome for suspenseful story endings?

• Ending in a cliffhanger

• A happy ending

• An unresolved conflict

• The antagonist winning

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CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Which of the following is a common theme in suspenseful stories?

• "You can trust everyone"

• "Always stay calm during storms"

• "You need to face your fears"

• "Dancing is fun"

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CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

Which topic might be used in a suspenseful story?

• Sunny beaches

• Clowns

• Birthday parties

• Music concerts

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CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4