Literary Analysis Questions

What does it mean to find the theme of a story?

• Identifying the main characters

• Understanding the central message or lesson

• Describing the setting

• Summarizing the plot

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

What is direct characterization?

• A method where the author explicitly describes a character's traits

• A technique where a character's personality is revealed through their actions

• A style of writing that focuses on the setting rather than characters

• A narrative approach that uses dialogue to reveal character traits

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Which of the following is an example of direct characterization?

• The author describes the character as 'a tall, intimidating man with a booming voice.'

• The author describes how the main character saves the baby cub from the flaming fire.

• The author uses dialogue to show how two friends discuss how to help another student in their class.

• The setting suggests the character is wealthy.

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

What type of figurative language is used in the following sentence? “This is the best coffee in the world!”

• Metaphor

• Simile

• Hyperbole

• Personification

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.5A

How does an author create tone in a story?

• By using connotation.

• By focusing only on the plot

• By ignoring character development

• By writing a lot of dialogue.

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

What does the following allusion mean? “I wish I could just click my heels to return to my home.”

• It refers to a magical way to return home instantly.

• It means wishing for a pair of comfortable shoes.

• It suggests a desire to travel by foot.

• It implies wanting to dance to get home.

What are some ways an author can develop a character in a story?

• Through dialogue and actions

• By describing the setting

• Using complex vocabulary

• By focusing on plot twists

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

What is the allusion in the sentence, “Come on Romeo, she is not interested!”?

• A reference to a famous poet

• A reference to a character known for following true love

• A reference to a historical event

• A reference to a popular song

Which of the following is an example of situational irony?

• A fire station burns down.

• An airplane pilot has an expensive car.

• A reading teacher reads 100 books a year.

• A brain surgeon performs a successful surgery.

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Which of the following is an example of verbal irony?

• Saying 'What a beautiful day!' during a storm.

• A fire station burning down.

• A pilot with a fear of heights.

• A plumber's house with leaky pipes.