Proverbs, Folktales, Archetypes, & Motifs
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Proverbs, Folktales, Archetypes, & Motifs
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English
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10th Grade
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Amber Garza
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15 questions
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
What is the purpose of a proverb in literature?
To entertain the reader with a fictional story
To communicate a moral or practical life lesson
To showcase historical events
To provide humorous commentary
Tags
CCSS.RL.2.6
CCSS.RL.8.3
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
Which of the following is an example of an archetype?
A unique, one-of-a-kind character
A character who always makes mistakes
A wise mentor who guides the hero
A villain who becomes a hero
Tags
CCSS.RL.11-12.5
CCSS.RL.7.3
CCSS.RL.8.3
CCSS.RL.8.9
CCSS.RL.9-10.3
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
In folktales, the “trickster” character archetype is often used to:
Represent bravery
Challenge traditional norms and create conflict
Provide a moral example for others
Promote wisdom and caution
Tags
CCSS.RL.1.10
CCSS.RL.2.2
CCSS.RL.3.2
CCSS.RL.K.5
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
What does the symbol of a “journey” typically represent in literature?
Physical travel only
Transformation and personal growth
Entertainment and excitement
Conflict and confrontation
Tags
CCSS.RI. 9-10.9
CCSS.RI.11-12.9
CCSS.RL.11-12.2
CCSS.RL.8.2
CCSS.RL.9-10.2
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
Which of these best defines a “motif”?
A repeated idea, theme, or element in a story
The main character’s goal
The climax of a story
The setting of a story
Tags
CCSS.RI. 9-10.9
CCSS.RI.11-12.9
CCSS.RL.11-12.2
CCSS.RL.8.2
CCSS.RL.9-10.2
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
A foil is a character who:
Has a tragic flaw
Mirrors the main character exactlyl
Contrasts with another character to highlight specific traits
Helps the protagonist in achieving their goa
Tags
CCSS.RL.11-12.4
CCSS.RL.6.3
CCSS.RL.7.3
CCSS.RL.8.3
CCSS.RL.9-10.3
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
Which of these motifs often represents rebirth or renewal in literature?
Fire
Water
Darkness
Mountains
Tags
CCSS.RI. 9-10.9
CCSS.RI.11-12.9
CCSS.RL.11-12.2
CCSS.RL.8.2
CCSS.RL.9-10.2
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