Story Mountains and Character Patterns Quiz

What is the main idea the teacher wants to convey about Opal's character?

• Opal is forgetful.

• Opal is mischievous.

• Opal is big-hearted.

• Opal is very shy.

In Chapter 9, how does Opal show her big-hearted nature?

• By running away from Gloria Dump.

• By calling the boys names.

• By befriending Gloria Dump despite her reputation.

• By ignoring Gloria Dump.

What does Opal do in Chapter 11 to show her concern for Winn-Dixie?

• She ignores Winn-Dixie's fear.

• She scolds Winn-Dixie for being afraid.

• She comforts Winn-Dixie during a thunderstorm.

• She leaves Winn-Dixie alone.

What is the purpose of the rising action in a story mountain?

• To conclude the story.

• To introduce the characters.

• To provide a moral lesson.

• To build up to a problem or big moment.

What is the climax in a story mountain?

• The moral lesson of the story.

• The big moment or problem in the story.

• The resolution of the story.

• The introduction of characters.

How does the teacher apply the story mountain concept to 'Because of Winn-Dixie'?

• By ignoring the main characters.

• By skipping the introduction.

• By focusing on the rising actions for Opal and Winn-Dixie.

• By only discussing the conclusion.

What role does Winn-Dixie play in Opal's life according to the story mountain?

• Winn-Dixie is a minor character.

• Winn-Dixie is Opal's safety net.

• Winn-Dixie is a villain.

• Winn-Dixie is irrelevant to the story.

Why is the falling action important in a story mountain?

• It introduces new characters.

• It leaves the story unresolved.

• It ties up loose ends and provides resolution.

• It starts a new story.

What is often learned during the conclusion of a story mountain?

• The rising action.

• The introduction of characters.

• A moral or lesson.

• A new problem.

What does the teacher suggest students do when reading a story?

• Skip the introduction.

• Think of the story as a mountain.

• Focus only on the climax.

• Ignore the story structure.