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Plot Archetypes Quiz

Total questions: 21

Worksheet time: 11mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

What is a plot archetype?

a)

A type of arch

b)

Ancient ruins

c)

A way of examining the structure of plot

d)

A pattern of plot across times and cultures

2.

Which story fits the 'Overcoming the Monster' plot archetype?

a)

Jaws

b)

Cinderella

c)

Tangled

d)

The Lion King

3.

Arjun, Rohan, and Scarlett are deciding on a movie to watch. They want to watch a movie that is commonly associated with the 'Quest' plot archetype. Which genre should they choose?

a)

Comedy

b)

Romance

c)

Horror

d)

Adventure

4.

James, Anika, and Benjamin are discussing about different plot archetypes in their literature class. They are trying to identify which story fits the 'Voyage and Return' plot archetype. Can you help them?

a)

Friday the 13th

b)

Beauty and the Beast

c)

Alice in Wonderland

d)

The Great Gatsby

5.

What is the final stage in the 'Rebirth' plot archetype?

a)

The hero will come to miraculous redemption

b)

The evil returns in full force

c)

Everything seems to go apparently well

d)

The presentation of the villain

6.

Which genre is commonly associated with the 'Comedy' plot archetype?

a)

Tragedy

b)

Horror

c)

Adventure

d)

Romance

7.

Which story fits the 'Tragedy' plot archetype?

a)

The Arrival

b)

The Prince and the Pauper

c)

The Odyssey

d)

Romeo and Juliet

8.

Which is not a stage in the 'Overcoming the Monster' plot archetype in the story where Harper, Scarlett, and Michael team up to defeat a monster terrorizing their town?

a)

Harper, Scarlett, and Michael train or research to take down the monster

b)

Harper, Scarlett, and Michael accept the call to defeat the monster

c)

Harper, Scarlett, or Michael dies at the hands of the monster

d)

The true power of the monster terrorizing Harper, Scarlett, and Michael's town is revealed

9.

James is an aspiring author who is writing a 'Rags to Riches' story. According to the plot archetype, what would be the initial success stage?

a)

Olivia, the protagonist, is introduced in a state of misery

b)

Charlotte, the protagonist, experiences short-lived victories

c)

A final confrontation takes place between Charlotte and the antagonist

d)

James introduces a negative character who strikes

10.

Zoe, William, and Scarlett are discussing about a comedy movie they watched. Zoe says that all stories in the Comedy archetype must be funny. Is Zoe's statement true or false?

a)

True

b)

False

11.

Which story fits the 'Rags to Riches' plot archetype?

a)

Harry Potter

b)

The Hunger Games

c)

Cinderella

d)

The Shining

12.

Which genre is commonly associated with the 'Tragedy' plot archetype?

a)

Comedy

b)

Romance

c)

Drama

d)

Adventure

13.

Stories where a protagonist travels outside their normal world

towards an unknown territory to return at the end

to the comfort of thier home.

a)

The Quest

b)

Overcoming the Monster

c)

Voyage and Return

14.

A famous movie that follows the "Rebirth" archetype.

a)

The Hunger Games

b)

How the Grinch Stole Christmas

c)

Mamma Mia

15.

The archetype of "Tragedy" usually begins with this...

a)

Obsession from the protagonist about something or someone

b)

A deeply tragic life event the character must overcome

c)

A call to action or some sort of mission

16.

The archetype of "The Quest" usually begins with this...

a)

Obsession from the protagonist about something or someone

b)

A deeply tragic life event the character must overcome

c)

A call to action or some sort of mission

17.

Identify the plot archetype that best fits this story:

In "Percy Jackson and the Olympians," Percy discovers he's the son of Poseidon and embarks on a journey to prevent a war among the gods. Along the way, he battles mythical creatures and forms unlikely alliances to save the world from destruction. He accomplishes his goal.

a)

Tragedy

b)

Comedy

c)

Romance

d)

The Quest

18.

Identify the plot archetype that best fits this story:

"The Blind Side" tells the inspiring true story of Michael Oher, a homeless and traumatized boy who becomes an All American football player and first-round NFL draft pick with the help of a caring woman and her family.

a)

Rags to Riches

b)

The Quest

c)

Tragedy

d)

Voyage and Return

19.

Identify the plot archetype that best fits this story:

"Gone with the Wind" follows the life of Scarlett O'Hara as she leaves her home to navigate love, loss, and the turmoil of the American Civil War. The novel explores Scarlett's resilience and determination in the face of adversity and ends with Scarlett going back to the home where she began.

a)

Rags to Riches

b)

The Quest

c)

Tragedy

d)

Voyage and Return

20.

Identify the plot archetype that best fits this story:

In "50 First Dates," Henry Roth falls for Lucy Whitmore, who suffers from short-term memory loss. Henry sets out to win Lucy's heart every day, as he discovers the power of love and dedication in overcoming life's challenges.

a)

Rags to Riches

b)

Comedy

c)

Tragedy

d)

Voyage and Return

21.

Identify the plot archetype that best fits this story:

"Hamlet" portrays the internal struggle of Prince Hamlet as he seeks to avenge his father's death. Fueled by grief and betrayal, Hamlet grapples with moral dilemmas, leading to tragic consequences in this timeless tale of revenge and existential crisis.

a)

Rags to Riches

b)

Comedy

c)

Tragedy

d)

Voyage and Return