Literary Terms Quiz

What does the term "Explicit" mean in literary terms?

• Vague language, unclear meaning

• Fully, clearly expressed language

• The process of drawing a conclusion

• Events that repeat in an ordered fashion

Tags

CCSS.L.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

What is the definition of "Inference"?

• The speed at which a story is told

• Moves an audience to a scene in the past

• The process of drawing a conclusion from supporting evidence

• A story - fiction or nonfiction

Tags

CCSS.RI.9-10.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.1

What are "Parallel episodes" in a narrative?

• The voice that tells a story

• Events that repeat in an ordered fashion

• Internal mental struggles

• The speed of the story's rhythm

What is a "Flashback" in storytelling?

• The speed at which a story is told

• A story - fiction or nonfiction

• Moves an audience to a scene in the past

• The process of drawing a conclusion

Tags

CCSS.RL.9-10.5

What is the role of a "Narrator" in literature?

• The speed of the story's rhythm

• The voice that tells a story

• A person, animal, or creature in a story

• Two or more characters speaking to each other

What is the difference between dynamic and static characters?

• Dynamic characters remain the same; static characters change

• Dynamic characters change; static characters remain the same

• Both dynamic and static characters change

• Both dynamic and static characters remain the same

Tags

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

What is the purpose of using sensory language in writing?

• To create a logical argument

• To use words related to the five senses

• To summarize the main idea

• To provide historical context

Tags

CCSS.W.9-10.3D

What does the 'Ending, Reflection' part of a story involve?

• Introducing new characters

• Looking back on experiences and story progression

• Describing the setting in detail

• Presenting a conflict

Tags

CCSS.W.9-10.3E

What is the 'Theme' of a story?

• The sequence of events

• The overall message or lesson

• The introduction of characters

• The description of the setting

Tags

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

What does 'Multiple plotlines' refer to in a story?

• A single storyline

• Multiple storylines and conflicts

• A detailed description of the setting

• A focus on one character's perspective

Tags

CCSS.RL.9-10.5