WorksheetsPlot, Characters, & PoV
Total questions: 68
Worksheet time: 41mins
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Class
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1.
Choose the two words that best complete the sentence.
During the introduction, it is important to introduce the ________ and the ________.
During the introduction, it is important to introduce the ________ and the ________.
a)
characters, conflict
b)
characters, falling action
c)
climax, conflict
d)
conflict, resolution
2.
What is the definition of climax?
a)
the turning point of the story
b)
the struggle between two characters
c)
the beginning of the story
d)
the point when the conflict is resolved
3.
Interest and suspense are built during which part of the story?
a)
exposition
b)
rising action
c)
climax
d)
falling action
4.
Which list shows the plot elements in the correct order?
a)
exposition, falling action, climax, rising action, resolution
b)
exposition, falling action, rising action, climax, resolution
c)
exposition, rising action, climax, falling action, resolution
d)
rising action, falling action, exposition, climax, resolution
5.
What is the classic fairy tale resolution?
a)
once upon a time
b)
the end...or is it?
c)
and they all lived happily ever after
d)
this is a story about a family
6.
The sequence of events in a story or novel is called the ________.
a)
action
b)
conflict
c)
setting
d)
plot
7.
What is the synonym we use to describe the beginning of the story where the main characters, setting, and problem are introduced?
a)
beginning
b)
rising action
c)
introduction/exposition
d)
resolution
8.
True or False:
It is possible to have multiple plots within one story.
It is possible to have multiple plots within one story.
a)
True
b)
False
9.
What takes place after the climax that prepares the story for its resolution?
a)
resolution
b)
rising action
c)
falling action
d)
exposition
10.
Which part of the plot
introduces the characters?
introduces the characters?
a)
Exposition
b)
Rising Action
c)
Climax
d)
Falling Action
11.
Which part of the plot is
the most intense?
the most intense?
a)
falling action
b)
exposition
c)
exposition
d)
climax
12.
Which part of the story is represented by this blue blob?
a)
exposition
b)
rising action
c)
climax
d)
resolution
13.
Which part of the story is represented by this blue blob?
a)
exposition
b)
rising action
c)
falling action
d)
resolution
14.
Which part of the story is represented by this blue blob?
a)
climax
b)
rising action
c)
falling action
d)
resolution
15.
Which part of the story is represented by this blue blob?
a)
climax
b)
rising action
c)
falling action
d)
resolution
16.
Which part of the story is represented by this blue blob?
a)
climax
b)
exposition
c)
falling action
d)
resolution
17.
What is the definition of climax?
a)
the turning point of the story
b)
the struggle between two characters
c)
the beginning of the story
d)
the point when the conflict is resolved
18.
The part of the story that ties up all the loose ends and takes care of the conflict
a)
the climax
b)
the theme
c)
the resolution
d)
the introduction
19.
The story's time and place is
a)
tone
b)
plot
c)
setting
d)
voice
20.
An individual in a literary work is called
a)
setting
b)
plot
c)
narrator
d)
character
21.
A character who shows varied and sometimes contradictory traits is a
a)
flat character
b)
round character
c)
dynamic character
d)
static character
22.
A character who only reveals one personality trait is a
a)
flat character
b)
round character
c)
dynamic character
d)
static character
23.
A character who stays the same over the course of a story is a
a)
flat character
b)
round character
c)
dynamic character
d)
static character
24.
The person who tells the story is the
a)
character
b)
setting
c)
point of view
d)
narrator
25.
The main idea, or message, in a literary work is the
a)
setting
b)
plot
c)
tone
d)
theme
26.
Character versus self is an __________ conflict
a)
internal
b)
external
27.
In this element of plot the problem is introduced...
a)
Climax
b)
Rising Action
c)
Resolution
d)
Exposition
28.
Where does the main character come face to face with a conflict?
a)
Climax
b)
Exposition
c)
Denouement
d)
Falling Action
29.
The main character of the story is
a)
The antagonist
b)
The protagonist
c)
The exposition
d)
The action
30.
Which part of the plot
creates tension and suspense?
creates tension and suspense?
a)
rising action
b)
climax
c)
falling action
d)
resolution
31.
Which part of the plot is
the most intense?
the most intense?
a)
falling action
b)
exposition
c)
exposition
d)
climax
32.
A person’s struggle with his or her own prejudices or doubts or character flaws constitutes this type of conflict
a)
person vs. technology
b)
Person vs. self
c)
Person vs. Nature
33.
When the protagonist’s conflict extends to confronting institutions, traditions, or laws of his or her culture, he or she struggles to overcome them, either triumphing over a corrupt society
a)
Person vs. society
b)
Person vs. technology
c)
Person vs. self
34.
In this conflict, the protagonist is pitted against a tornado
a)
Person vs. nature
b)
Person vs. technology
c)
Person vs. society
35.
Where man stands against a man-made institution (such as slavery or bullying)
a)
Person vs. self
b)
Person vs. Technology
c)
Person vs. Society
36.
The character that causes trouble for the main character
a)
Protagonist
b)
Antagonist
37.
This character changes during the story
a)
dynamic character
b)
Flat character
c)
anti hero
38.
A group of girls fight to be accepted on an all boy team.
a)
Person vs. supernatural
b)
person vs. Technology
c)
Person vs. society
39.
Batman vs. Joker
a)
person vs. person
b)
person vs. self
c)
person vs. technology
40.
Fate keeps two lovers apart
a)
Person vs. supernatural
b)
Person vs. nature
c)
person vs. person
41.
An old man can't figure out his cell phone
a)
Person vs. person
b)
Person vs. technology
c)
Person vs. self
42.
A family has a tornado headed for their house
a)
Person vs. Person
b)
Person vs. technology
c)
Person vs. nature
43.
The protagonist struggles within her own mind.
a)
Person vs. person
b)
Person vs. nature
c)
Person vs. self
44.
Ebineezer Scrooge changes during the story "A Christmas Carol" so he is a
a)
Flat character
b)
Static Character
c)
Dynamic Character
45.
This type of character has likes, dislikes, and personality quirks.
a)
Minor Character
b)
Tragic Hero
c)
Flat Character
d)
Round Character
46.
This type of character can be fully described in a single sentence because he has no depth.
a)
Complex Character
b)
Flat Character
c)
Main Character
d)
Round Character
47.
Static characters differ from dynamic ones because:
a)
Static characters are relatable
b)
Static characters do not change
c)
Static characters have no purpose
d)
Static characters are funny
48.
Static or Dynamic
a)
Static
b)
Dynamic
49.
Static or Dynamic
a)
Static
b)
Dynamic
50.
Static or Dynamic
a)
Static
b)
Dynamic
51.
Static or Dynamic
a)
Static
b)
Dynamic
52.
Static or Dynamic
a)
Static
b)
Dynamic
53.
Static or Dynamic
a)
Static
b)
Dynamic
54.
TRUE OR FALSE?
The protagonist of a story is usually also a dynamic character.
The protagonist of a story is usually also a dynamic character.
a)
True
b)
False
55.
TRUE OR FALSE?
The antagonist can never be a dynamic character.
The antagonist can never be a dynamic character.
a)
True
b)
False
56.
TRUE OR FALSE?
In one of the Star Wars movies, a character named Jar Jar Binks remains consistently annoying throughout the film and he does not really change. This makes him a dynamic character.
In one of the Star Wars movies, a character named Jar Jar Binks remains consistently annoying throughout the film and he does not really change. This makes him a dynamic character.
a)
True
b)
False
57.
TRUE OR FALSE?
In the Harry Potter series, Lord Voldemort creates multiple conflicts for the main character. Therefore, he is an antagonist.
In the Harry Potter series, Lord Voldemort creates multiple conflicts for the main character. Therefore, he is an antagonist.
a)
True
b)
False
58.
TRUE OR FALSE?
In the book (and movie) "Holes", Stanley Yelnats is central to the story. The plot revolves mainly around him. He is an example of an antagonist.
In the book (and movie) "Holes", Stanley Yelnats is central to the story. The plot revolves mainly around him. He is an example of an antagonist.
a)
True
b)
False
59.
The position from which a story is being told.
a)
introduction
b)
theme
c)
symbolism
d)
point of view
60.
"True love can conquer anything" is an example of a story's what?
a)
Main Idea
b)
Motto
c)
Summary
d)
Theme
61.
To make toast you need to put two slices of bread in the toaster. Press the button. When the toast pops up it is finished and you are ready to eat it. Put butter, jelly, or peanut butter on it for a delicious treat!
a)
1st person
b)
3rd person
c)
2nd person
62.
John's neighbor is angry because John plays loud music every day. John is frustrated at his neighbor because his neighbor complains too much. They talked about it and came to a compromise--John will still play his loud music every day, but will only play for 1 hour instead of 2.
a)
3rd person
b)
2nd person
c)
1st person
63.
She liked ice cream, but he liked cake. So they bought both.
a)
3rd person
b)
2nd person
c)
1st person
64.
We go to the mountains every winter for vacation.
a)
2nd person
b)
1st person
c)
3rd person
65.
I thought I saw a bee, but it was only a fly.
a)
3rd person
b)
2nd person
c)
1st person
66.
The correct order of plot stages is...
a)
exposition, falling action, climax, resolution, rising action
b)
exposition, rising action, climax, falling action, resolution
c)
resolution, falling action, climax, rising action, resolution
d)
rising action, exposition, climax, resolution, falling action
67.
How can you determine the point of view?
a)
by who the narrator is
b)
by the pronouns used
c)
by the insight that the narrator has into other characters thoughts
d)
all of the above
68.
Which of these would be a good example of theme in a story?
a)
math is difficult
b)
if you steal, something bad will happen to you
c)
pets make people happy
d)
respect for others
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