Fantasy and Narrative Elements Quiz

Which of the following are you not likely to find in a fantasy?

• a plot that could easily happen in real life

• magic or supernatural elements

• a character who goes on a quest

• a young protagonist

The term that describes what a character thinks or believes about something is ___________.

• theme

• symbolism

• perspective

• narration

What are parallel narratives?

• messages conveyed by a text that apply to multiple other texts

• two or more storylines that, while different, still connect or have something in common

• stories-within-stories, when a separate story is told within the bigger story of the novel

• abrupt endings to scenes or chapters at a moment of surprise, excitement, danger, or tension

Reread this excerpt from p. 13: The goldfish man looked at her; the sun setting behind him made him glow bright red and yellow. “Don’t you know?” he asked her. “Goldfish means plenty of gold. Having a bowl of goldfish means your house will be full of gold and jade.” This excerpt is an example of…

• embedded narrative

• a cliffhanger

• animal symbolism

• a folktale

The world of Where the Mountain Meets the Moon is based on which country? What does it mean that the world of the novel is ruled by a dynasty?

Which literary device is used when an object or animal represents a deeper meaning in a story?

• foreshadowing

• symbolism

• flashback

• irony

What is the main purpose of using parallel narratives in a novel?

• To introduce new characters only

• To confuse the reader with multiple timelines

• To provide a summary of the plot

• To show different perspectives or connect related storylines

Which term best describes a story that contains another story within it?

• perspective

• theme

• cliffhanger

• embedded narrative

Which of the following is most commonly found in a fantasy novel?

• Realistic historical events

• Talking animals or mythical creatures

• Scientific explanations for all phenomena

• Strict adherence to real-world laws

What is the effect of using symbolism in literature?

• It provides background information about the setting

• It gives objects or characters deeper meanings beyond their literal sense

• It introduces new characters to the story

• It summarizes the main plot