REVIEW - GRADE 7

In a story, Maria helps her poor neighbors even when she has little. What element of prose focuses on Maria’s traits and behavior?

• Setting

• Character

• Plot

• Conflict

The author describes Carlo as “a boy who never gives up despite failures.” What method of characterization is used here?

• Through actions

• Through physical appearance

• Through direct description

• Through dialogue

In “The Two Brothers,” one chooses peace while the other chooses war. Their disagreement represents what element?

• Plot

• Characterization

• Conflict

• Setting

The story begins with a problem, continues with rising action, and ends with a resolution. What element is described?

• Theme

• Plot

• Tone

• Character

A story is told by the main character using “I”. What point of view is used?

• Second person

• Third person limited

• Third person omniscient

• First person

The author shows all characters’ thoughts and feelings. Which point of view is this?

• First person

• Third person omniscient

• Second person

• Third person limited

The story “The Gift of the Magi” connects every event to its theme of love and sacrifice. This is an example of—

• Organic unity

• Symbolism

• Irony

• Conflict

When an author makes readers understand a character’s personality through his actions and dialogue, this technique is called—

• Character sketch

• Characterization

• Setting

• Tone

In a mystery story, clues and problems build up to an exciting climax. This part of the story’s structure is the—

• Resolution

• Rising action

• Falling action

• Denouement

The story of a boy who learns kindness connects its plot, setting, and characters smoothly. What literary quality is shown?

• Symbolism

• Organic unity

• Tone

• Flashback