ENG7 2-2 MASTERY TEST

What is a short story?

• A story with a plot longer than a novel

• A fictional prose shorter than a novel, typically read in one sitting

• A true story based on real-life events

• A poem with a narrative structure

What is a confidante character in a short story?

• A character who opposes the main character

• A supporting character who helps reveal the main character's thoughts

• A character that remains unchanged throughout the story

• A character with physical traits that are easily identifiable

A foil character is used to:

• Create conflict between the main character and an antagonist

• Highlight the characteristics of the main character

• Reveal the moral lesson of the story

• Introduce humor to the story

Which type of character is well-developed and changes or grows throughout the story?

• Stock character

• Round character

• Foil character

• Villain character

What is an example of a round character?

• A character who never changes throughout the story

• A character who has one-dimensional traits

• A character who surprises the reader with complex decisions

• A character who only appears in one scene

Which of the following describes a villain character?

• A character who challenges traditional notions of morality

• A character whose traits are opposite of the protagonist's

• A character who helps reveal the protagonist's internal thoughts

• A character that does not play a significant role in the plot

What is the purpose of character traits in a story?

• To make a character one-dimensional

• To help readers identify with the character and understand their motivations

• To confuse the readers about the character's role

• To describe the character's appearance only

Which of the following is an example of an external character trait?

• A character's thoughts and emotions

• A character's physical appearance and movements

• A character's private desires and goals

• A character's fears and anxieties

How does direct characterization differ from indirect characterization?

• Direct characterization reveals traits through actions and behavior

• Indirect characterization reveals traits through the narrator's description

• Direct characterization tells us exactly how a character looks and thinks

• Indirect characterization only focuses on the character's actions

Which of the following is an example of indirect characterization?

• "Manuel is short-tempered."

• "Manuel snapped at his classmate without warning."

• "Manuel is known to be a kind person."

• "Manuel thinks about his actions carefully before speaking."