Character Roles and Literary Devices Quiz

In a story, the main character who faces challenges and drives the plot forward is known as the _______.

• antagonist

• protagonist

• manipulative

• symbolism

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.5

Which character trait describes someone who can understand and share the feelings of others?

• selfless

• empathetic

• decisive

• perseverant

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

The character who opposes the main character and creates conflict is called the _______.

• protagonist

• antagonist

• tone

• mood

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CCSS.L.6.6

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.W.5.2D

CCSS.W.6.2D

CCSS.W.7.2D

A character who is willing to put others' needs before their own is described as _______.

• manipulative

• selfless

• empathetic

• decisive

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

Which term refers to the use of symbols to represent ideas or qualities in literature?

• tone

• mood

• symbolism

• protagonist

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.5

A character who is able to make decisions quickly and effectively is known as _______.

• decisive

• perseverant

• empathetic

• manipulative

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

The feeling or atmosphere that a writer creates for the reader is known as the _______.

• tone

• mood

• symbolism

• protagonist

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.5.5

A character who continues to try despite difficulties or failure is described as _______.

• manipulative

• perseverant

• selfless

• empathetic

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

Which term describes a character who cleverly controls or influences others to their advantage?

• manipulative

• empathetic

• selfless

• decisive

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

The author's attitude toward the subject or audience is reflected in the _______.

• mood

• tone

• symbolism

• protagonist

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.5.5