Week 1 Review: Character and Genre Analysis

What are the two textual concepts being analyzed in this unit?

• Plot and setting

• Character and genre

• Theme and mood

• Dialogue and conflict

What does the term "character" refer to in a story?

• The setting of the story

• The people within a story and their roles

• The time period of the story

• The moral of the story

What role do characters play in a story according to the text?

• They determine the setting

• They develop the plot and relationships

• They decide the genre

• They create the theme

Which of the following is NOT a convention of romance films mentioned?

• A couple who end up together

• Characters against the romance

• Spooky atmosphere

• Uplifting music

What is a common element in horror films?

• A comedic sidekick

• A romantic subplot

• A frightened protagonist

• A musical number

What does the term "genre" refer to?

• A type of food

• A category or style of art, music, or literature

• A kind of animal

• A type of clothing

In what fields do genres help organize and classify texts?

• Science and technology

• Literature and film

• Sports and games

• History and geography

What do genres help classify based on shared conventions and characteristics?

• Animals

• Texts

• Buildings

• Vehicles

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a genre?

• Form

• Content

• Purpose

• Price

What can understanding genres deepen?

• Our appreciation and analysis of texts

• Our dislike for certain stories

• Our confusion about storylines

• Our interest in unrelated topics