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Unit 4 Test: Short Stories

Total questions: 100

Worksheet time: 3hrs 20mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

A ____ pronoun refers back to a noun/pronoun previously used.

a)

reflexive

b)

intensive

2.

An ____ pronoun emphasizes a noun/pronoun previously used.

a)

reflexive

b)

intensive

3.

Poe himself wrote "The Masque of the Red Death."

a)

intensive

b)

reflexive

4.

Prince Prospero and his friends locked themselves into the castellated abbey.

a)

intensive

b)

reflexive

5.

I have to finish my essay by _______________.

a)

yourself

b)

ourselves

c)

myself

d)

himself

6.

We can move the furniture (a)   .

7.

She introduced (a)   to the entire class.

8.

what are Indefinite Pronouns?

a)

Words to talk about experiences

b)

Words to talk about someone or something without mentioning who or what specifically

c)

Types of phrases

d)

None of the above

9.

Complete the following sentence: ____________ is playing soccer at the moment

a)

Everyone

b)

Everything

c)

Anything

d)

Nothing

10.

All of the vegetables the chef uses (come, comes) from his own garden.

a)

come

b)

comes

11.

Each of the children (was, were) giggling or laughing.

a)

was

b)

were

12.

Not everyone (knows, know) that Johnny Cash is dead.

a)

knows

b)

know

13.

These pronouns function as the objects in sentences.

a)

nominative pronouns

b)

objective pronouns

c)

possessive pronouns

d)

subjective pronouns

14.

These pronouns are used to show possession or ownership

a)

nominative pronouns

b)

objective pronouns

c)

possessive pronouns

d)

subjective pronouns

15.

These pronouns function as the subjects in sentences.

a)

nominative pronouns

b)

objective pronouns

c)

possessive pronouns

d)

indefinite pronouns

16.

Nominative or objective: The students gave him a hard time.

a)

Nominative

b)

objective

17.

Nominative or objective: Will you give the ball to her?

a)

nominative

b)

objective

18.
Which of the following show the elements of plot in order?
a)
climax, rising action, exposition, falling action, resolution
b)
exposition, climax, rising action, falling action, resolution
c)
exposition, rising action, climax, falling action, resolution
d)
resolution, rising action, climax, falling action, exposition
19.
What is a conflict in a story?
a)
a struggle between two opposing forces usually the protagonist and the antagonist
b)
A series of events that complicates matters for your characters, and results in increased drama or suspense
c)
story is in chronological order and does not skew from that order.
d)
The beginning that introduces the characters and setting. 
20.
What is the definition of plot?
a)
The lesson in the story
b)
The sequence of events in the story
c)
The turning point of the story
d)
The conflict in the story
21.
Which part of the story is represented by this blue blob?
a)
exposition
b)
rising action
c)
falling action
d)
resolution
22.
The main character of the story is the....
a)
protagonist
b)
antagonist
23.
Which part of the story is represented by this blue blob?
a)
climax
b)
rising action
c)
falling action
d)
resolution
24.

Setting is the ___________________ of the action of the story.

a)

Problem

b)

Solution

c)

time and place

d)

plot

25.

“You’ve got this!” Sara cheered, standing on the sidewalk. She watched as her dad followed closely behind her little brother’s bike. As he let go, she couldn’t help but think of when she first learned to ride a bike. She could still feel her heart racing and remember how scared she was, waiting for her dad to let go. She knew exactly how her brother was feeling.

a)

Flashback

b)

Foreshadowing

26.

We came barreling around the curve and I could hear

the snow crunch under the tires. I glanced at the speedometer. “Will you please slow down?” I asked Steven. “The weather is getting worse and I’m worried we will hit some ice.” The snow was falling hard now and I could barely see the road!

a)

Flashback

b)

Foreshadowing

27.
What is the definition of an "internal" conflict?
a)
A hero in a story that saves many lives.
b)
A problem that a character has with other characters.
c)
A struggle between a character and a family member.
d)
A struggle that a character faces within him/her self.
28.
In "Twilight," Edward & Jacob battle for Bella's affection.
a)
character vs. character
b)
character vs. nature
c)
character vs. society
d)
character vs. self
29.
Elsa has to be hidden away from the outside world because of her secret magical powers.
a)
character vs. character
b)
character vs. nature
c)
character vs. society
d)
character vs. self
30.
Sarah was accepted into her top choice for college, however, it is the most expensive one on her list. Should she sacrifice her family's wallet to attend the school of her dreams, or should she be conservative and consider other schools?
a)
character vs. character
b)
character vs. society
c)
character vs. nature
d)
character vs. self
31.

A character who doesn't change throughout the story is a

a)

static character

b)

round character

c)

flat character

d)

dynamic character

32.

A character who changes or grows over the course of the story is a

a)

dynamic character

b)

round character

c)

static character

d)

flat character

33.

At the beginning of the story, Mrs. Smith is very upset that she must teach kindergarten this year. She is worried that she won’t know how to treat the young students. At the end of the story, Mrs. Smith is sad that she won’t be teaching kindergarten next year, because this was the best school year she’s ever had. Mrs. Smith is a _______________ character.

a)

Static

b)

Dynamic

c)

Flat

d)

Antagonist

34.

Keith must find a way to earn $100 before the end of the month if he wants to go on an expensive field trip at school. His brother, who is jealous of him, tries to thwart his efforts to earn money. His brother is most likely the_____________.

a)

Dynamic character

b)

Antagonist

c)

Protagonist

d)

Flat character

35.

the character who causes the conflict the main character must face

a)

antagonist

b)

protagonist

c)

round character

d)

static character

36.

In this story, the bus driver’s name is Al. The reader knows his name, and that he drives the bus every day. Al doesn’t participate in the plot other than driving the bus. Al is likely a _________________ character.

a)

Flat

b)

Round

c)

Protagonist

d)

Dynamic

37.
Which scenario would make someone a static character? 
a)
A protagonist becomes more powerful and knowledgeable over time
b)
A protagonist starts off as a good character, but becomes evil 
c)
An antagonist eventually becomes kind
d)
An antagonist remains evil throughout the story 
38.

John is a doctor working against the clock to find a cure for a disease that is threatening the human race. Despite all odds, he meets the challenge. John is the

a)

protagonist

b)

antagonist

c)

static character

d)

minor character

39.
This type of character is not complex. He or she has only one or two main ideas or emotions.
a)
Round Character
b)
Flat Character
40.
This type of character has a lot of emotions, beliefs, ideals, concerns, and thoughts.
a)
Flat Character
b)
Round Character
41.

In this story, Bryan is the main character’s brother. At the beginning of the story, he makes fun of the main character because of her hair cut. At the end of the story, he continues to make fun of the character. Bryan is most likely a

a)

static character

b)

dynamic character

c)

protagonist

d)

flat character

42.

What is indirect characterization?

a)

The process by which the narrator tells the audience what the personality of the character is.

b)

The process by which the personality of a fictitious character is revealed through the character's speech, actions, appearance, etc.

43.

What is direct characterization?

a)

The process by which the personality of a fictitious character is revealed through the character's speech, actions, appearance, etc.

b)

The process by which the narrator tells the audience what the personality of the character is.

44.
Even though she loved to dance, Shannon was nervous about joining the dance team.  She tried out and made it, but never said a word to anyone.  At each dance practice, Shannon got a little more comfortable with her team.  By the end of the season, not only did she make friends, but she even taught the team a few dance moves.
a)
dynamic character
b)
flat character
c)
static character
d)
antagonist
45.

Is this direct or indirect characterization?

Jack looked at his sister with a strange look on his face after she put ketchup in her milk.

a)

direct

b)

indirect

46.

Is this direct or indirect characterization?

Jack thinks his sister is weird for putting ketchup in her milk.

a)

direct

b)

indirect

47.

Once upon a time there was a beautiful young girl named Cinderella. Cinderella lives with her evil stepmother and stepsisters who force her to clean day and night. After many harrowing adventures Cinderella meets her prince charming and lives happily ever after.

a)

Direct

b)

Indirect

48.

In the story Hansel and Gretel two young children are left to fend for themselves in a dangerous forest. They can’t believe their luck when they come across a house made completely out of candy and quickly begin to snack on it. The evil witch who lives inside is not at all pleased and captures both children. She holds them hostage until Hansel and Gretel devise a plan to overtake the witch. The witch dies just as evil as the day she was born while Hansel and Gretel learn valuable lessons to keep themselves safe.

a)

Direct

b)

Indirect

49.

John Proctor from The Crucible

PROCTOR, with a cry of his whole soul: “Because it is my name! Because I cannot have another in my life! Because I lie and sign myself to lies! Because I am not worth the dust on the feet of them that hang! How may I live without my name? I have given you my soul; leave me my name!”

a)

Direct

b)

Indirect

50.

Motivation that comes from inside the learner.

a)

Intrinsic motivation

b)

Extrinsic motivation

51.

Motivation that comes from outside influence or circumstance.

a)

Intrinsic motivation

b)

Extrinsic motivation

52.

What type of motivation is money?

a)

Intrinsic

b)

Extrinsic

53.

What type of motivation is "My mom wants me to go to college."

a)

Intrinsic

b)

Extrinsic

54.

I want to study hard so that I can earn good grades in school.

a)

Intrinsic

b)

Extrinsic

55.
the narrator is the
a)
person telling the story
b)
the simile
c)
person who wrote the story
d)
a flat character
56.
Third person point of view is when the narrator is talking about
a)
someone else
b)
themselves
c)
the speaker
d)
nobody
57.
First person point of view is when the author writes a text and has the narrator talking about
a)
someone else
b)
themselves
c)
nobody
d)
the author
58.
Third person limited is when the author reveals the thoughts and feelings of
a)
one character are revealed 
b)
more than one character are revealed
c)
nobody
d)
the author
59.
Third person omniscient point of view is when the author reveals the thoughts and feelings of
a)
more than one character
b)
one character
60.
Brandon stepped to the pitcher's mound. He held the ball in his mitt and adjusted his fingers on the seams. He could feel the pressure of the moment. It was the ninth inning. His team was up by one. The bases were loaded. "You can do it," Brandon thought to himself, but he felt hesitation in his heart. He stared at the batter. His name was Jimmy. Jimmy could sense Brandon's hesitation. He was going to capitalize on it. Jimmy knew that Brandon was going to throw it down the middle. He couldn't wait to take a swing. This was Jimmy's chance to be a hero and he had no intentions of blowing it.
What is the point of view?
a)
first person
b)
second person
c)
third person limited
d)
third person omniscient
61.
Time travel is exhausting. It took me 200 million years to realize that. Well, actually it only took me a few seconds, but I first realized it about 200 million years ago. That was the first time that I traveled through time. "Try it!" said the mad scientist. "History needs you," he told me. I went with my gut.
What is the point of view?
a)
first person
b)
second person
c)
third person limited
d)
third person omniscient
62.
As you cross the crystal bridge, you hear the sound of two voices coming from the shores of the river. One of the voices sounds distressed. The other sounds angry. At the end of the crystal bridge is a herd of wild horses. You notice that they are stamping the ground violently. If you would like to go to the shore and find out who's talking, turn to page 47. If you'd like to approach the wild horses, turn to page 58.
What is the point of view?
a)
first person
b)
second person
c)
third person limited
d)
third person omniscient
63.
What is the best definition of THEME?
a)
A universal truth, moral, or idea that the author wants to express. 
b)
The location and time of the story
c)
The events that occur in the story
d)
The author's reason for writing a story
64.

Which of the following is the BEST statement of a theme?

a)

High-school romances.

b)

Love.

c)

Young love can be true love.

d)

Even though Hazel and Gus were teenagers, their love was mature and real.

65.

Which of the following is the BEST statement of a theme?

a)

Cruelty.

b)

Cruelty is bad.

c)

Cruelty might be disguised as kindness.

d)

The cruelty of good people.

66.
comparing two things using like or as
Ex. "You're like a kid Lennie."
a)
hyperbole
b)
irony
c)
metaphor
d)
simile
67.
characters, objects, or events that have an abstract, or figurative meaning (stands for something else)
Ex. George and Lennie's dream represents their freedom and wealth.
a)
images
b)
symbolism
c)
simile
d)
personification
68.
adding human characteristics to non-living objects
Ex. "the afternoon sun sliced through the cracks of barn walls"
a)
hyperbole
b)
symbolism
c)
imagery
d)
personification
69.

Which of the following is an example of a metaphor?

a)

The water glistened like a star in the night.

b)

The snow was a white blanket on the normally green grass.

c)

Her stare was cold as ice.

d)

The dove represents peace on earth.

70.

Which of the following is an example of imagery?

a)

Playing sports is a lot of fun.

b)

The boy bounced the ball.

c)

The young boy excitedly ran to the ball.

d)

The ball was a deep red, like that of a fire truck, glistening in the bright sun.

71.

Which of the following is an example of a simile?

a)

Her hair shined like the sun.

b)

The snowflakes danced in the wind.

c)

Her hair was a flowing river.

d)

The delicious ice cream made her jump for joy.

72.

Which of the following is NOT an example of irony?

a)

A marriage counselor files for divorce

b)

A fire station burned down

c)

An old man has a heart attack

d)

Someone posts on Facebook about how dumb Facebook is

73.

Which of the following is an example of alliteration?

a)

BOOM!

b)

The soda can exploded in my hand like a rocket ship going into space.

c)

Her skin was as soft as a baby's.

d)

The purple pants were perfect on the professor.

74.

Which of the following is an example of repetition?

a)

CRASH!

b)

The bright red cardinal flew majestically over the snow-peaked mountain.

c)

I recall the time when Lincoln was president, before slavery was ended, before the Civil War.

d)

I think I can, I think I can, I think I can.

75.

Which of the following is an example of personification?

a)

The wind howled in the dark night sky.

b)

The trees were a beautiful color, like the bright orange of sunset.

c)

Her hair was dark as night.

d)

His mother yelled at him like a banshee.

76.

"Lamb to the Slaughter": What is the climax of the story?

a)

Mary kills her husband.

b)

Patrick tells Mary he's leaving her.

c)

Mary cooks and eats the leg of lamb.

d)

Mary goes grocery shopping.

77.

"Lamb to the Slaughter": What is Mary's motivation for killing Patrick?

a)

If he divorces her, she'll be alone and shamed, raising a child on her own.

b)

She wants his police pension.

c)

She is enraged that he left her for her best friend.

d)

Their marriage has been unhappy for many years, and she is getting revenge.

78.

"Lamb to the Slaughter": What is the mood in the beginning of the story?

a)

tense

b)

scary

c)

content

d)

silly

79.

"Lamb to the Slaughter": What does a lamb usually symbolize?

a)

wisdom

b)

dinner time

c)

innocence

d)

cunning

80.

"Lamb to the Slaughter": Which is a theme statement for this story?

a)

Appearances can be deceiving.

b)

murder

c)

Mary Maloney kills her husband for leaving her.

d)

Don't mistreat someone who loves you.

81.

"Lamb to the Slaughter": The readers know where the weapon is, but the police don't. What type of irony is that?

a)

dramatic irony

b)

situational irony

c)

verbal irony

82.

"Lamb to the Slaughter": Mary is portrayed as a devoted, loving wife, yet she kills her husband. Which type of irony is this?

a)

dramatic irony

b)

situational irony

c)

verbal irony

83.

"Lamb to the Slaughter": Why is Mary Maloney smiling as she waits her husband’s return at the beginning of the story?

a)
She knows she will get even with him that night.
b)
She loves him and always finds his return a “blissful time of day.”
c)
She knows he won’t speak to her for a while, and she is looking forward to the peace and quiet.
d)
She likes being able to have a drink of whiskey with him.
84.

"Lamb to the Slaughter": Why does Mrs. Maloney go to the grocer?

a)

To create an alibi

b)

Because she needs ingredients for dinner

c)

Because Patrick told her to

d)

To see Sam, whom she's having an affair with

85.

Poe's cousin & wife is:

a)

Frances Allan

b)

Virginia Clemm

c)

Maria Clemm

86.

Poe's mother, adoptive mother and wife all died of tuberculosis.

a)

TRUE

b)

FALSE

87.

Poe is the creator of the _________ story.

a)

horror

b)

science fiction

c)

mystery

d)

detective

88.

Poe died at the age of _________.

a)

54

b)

45

c)

40

d)

35

89.

In which city did Poe die?

a)

New York

b)

Baltimore

c)

New Orleans

d)

New Haven

90.

A definite cause of Poe's death has never been discovered.

a)

TRUE

b)

FALSE

91.
What was its "avatar and its seal"?
a)
pox
b)
blood
c)
fever
d)
nausea
92.
What had long devastated the country?
a)
fever
b)
black death
c)
red death
d)
lice
93.

What did Prince Prospero do after half of his dominion depopulated?

a)

He called a state of emergency

b)

He called over his court and locked them in the castellated abbey

c)

He had a mass funeral

d)

He moved to another country

94.

There were _____ apartments in Prospero's castle.

a)

6

b)

2

c)

7

d)

8

95.

What does each apartment have?

a)

a bed

b)

a fireplace

c)

a stained glass window

d)

some form of entertainment

96.

Who arrives at the party when the clock strikes midnight?

a)

A masked intruder

b)

A vigilante assassin

c)

A mysterious woman

d)

A magnificent queen

97.

What does the prince have when he approaches the stranger?

a)

A gun

b)

A sword

c)

A dagger

d)

A drink

98.
Which of the following is a symbol that suggests that the revelers will not live long in “The Masque of the Red Death”?
a)
the white room
b)
the locked gates
c)
the prince's dagger
d)
the ebony clock
99.
How do Prince Prospero's guests react to the black room?
a)
They fear it and do not want to enter it.
b)
They find it to be exciting and interesting.
c)
They avoid it because it is too dark.
d)
They are awed by its incredible beauty.
100.

What class is this?

a)

English IV

b)

English II

c)

IDK

d)

Care of Magical Creatures

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