Tropes in Fantasy Genre

What is a trope?

• A character's name

• An element commonly found in a genre

• A type of magic spell

• A specific plot twist

Which character is an example of the Chosen One trope?

• Gandalf

• Frodo Baggins

• Harry Potter

• Luke Skywalker

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What role does the Mentor typically play?

• A guide for the protagonist

• The hero's love interest

• The main antagonist

• A magical creature

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Who is an example of the Dark Lord trope?

• Hermione Granger

• Dumbledore

• Sauron

• Gollum

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What does the Damsel in Distress trope typically involve?

• A woman saving herself

• A battle between two heroes

• A hero saving a woman

• A magical creature

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What is the Antagonist-to-Hero trope?

• An antagonist being defeated

• A hero becoming evil

• An antagonist joining the hero

• A hero losing their powers

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Which character is an example of a Wizard trope?

• Gandalf

• Sauron

• Zuko

• Harry Potter

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What is a common element of high fantasy?

• Real-world settings

• Magical artifacts

• Modern technology

• Superheroes

What does the Secret Heir trope involve?

• A character losing their memory

• A character becoming a villain

• A character finding a treasure

• A character discovering their royal lineage

What is a prophecy in fantasy stories?

• A character's dream

• A prediction about the protagonist's fate

• A magical spell

• A secret message