Exploring the Impact of Setting on Plot and Characters

Miss Arquin discusses how the setting in a narrative can influence other story elements such as characters, plot, and theme. She explains that setting includes both the time and place of a story, as well as environmental and societal factors. Through examples from literature, she illustrates how setting can affect character behavior and plot development. The 'What If' strategy is introduced as a tool for analyzing the impact of setting by considering alternative scenarios.

What does the term 'setting' in a narrative primarily refer to?

• The main characters and their development

• The time and location where the story takes place

• The plot and conflicts within the story

• The climax and resolution of the story

Which element does setting NOT directly influence?

• Theme of the story

• The title of the story

• Character development

• Plot events

Which of the following is NOT considered a part of a story's setting?

• The cultural background

• The protagonist's thoughts

• The societal norms

• The weather conditions

What can societal aspects of a setting include?

• Descriptions of nature

• Type of government and culture

• Specific events in the plot

• Character's personal choices

How can a setting affect the behavior of a character?

• By influencing their dialogue and actions

• By determining the story's audience

• By describing the character's appearance

• By outlining the plot

How does the setting influence the characters in a scary Halloween story?

• It causes them to be frightened

• It makes them more adventurous

• It makes them happier

• It has no effect on their emotions

In the example of 'The Highwayman', what aspect of the setting leads to the main conflict?

• The dark old inn yard

• The geographical location of the inn

• The presence of other characters

• The bright daylight

What outcome does the setting in 'On the Sidewalk Bleeding' lead to?

• A misunderstanding between characters

• A peaceful resolution

• A violent confrontation

• A romantic development

What strategy is suggested to analyze the impact of setting changes in a story?

• The 'cause and effect' strategy

• The 'compare and contrast' strategy

• The 'before and after' strategy

• The 'what if' strategy

What does the 'what if' strategy help to determine about a story's setting?

• How setting affects character behavior

• The historical accuracy of the setting

• The author's purpose for choosing the setting

• The number of characters in a story