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What is the theme of Monkey's Paw
What is a dynamic character?
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What is a dynamic character?
The main character
Someone who undergoes a deep, significant change over the story
Someone who remains unchanged over the course of a story
The villain
2
What is the theme of Monkey's Paw
Identity is more than just a label
Cultural identity can be preserved even in the face of adversity
Changing fate can have unintended consequences
Gang Violence
3
Which of the following is an example of an inciting incident?
A detective finally solves the case.
A man reflects on his past after the conflict is resolved.
A young girl finds a mysterious letter that changes her life.
A teacher introduces a new lesson to the class.
4
What is the first step in identifying a theme in a story?
Guess what the author was thinking
Find the longest sentence in the story
Write a summary of the story
State the theme in one or two words
5
Which of the following is NOT one of the four main types of conflict?
Person vs. Self
Person vs. Setting
Person vs. Environment
Person vs. Person
6
What is a static character?
The villain
Someone who remains unchanged over the course of a story
Someone who undergoes a deep, significant change over the story
The main character
7
In "Harry Potter," who is the main antagonist?
Dobby the House Elf
Lord Voldemort
Hermione Granger
Severus Snape
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What is a symbol?
When someone says one thing but means the opposite
A person or thing that suggests or represents more than its literal meaning
Hints at what might happen next
The main idea or central thought of the story
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What is the inciting incident in a story?
The introduction of the main character
The resolution of the conflict
The event that sets the main conflict in motion
The highest point of tension in the story
10
What is the best definition of theme in a story?
The way the author describes characters
The time and place of the story
The sequence of events that take place
The central message or underlying idea
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The symbol from the Monkey's Paw is the Monkey's Paw
True
False
12
What is a general setting?
An exact time or location with details is given
Ms. Stewart's classroom at 9:30am on a Monday
Time or place of a story
No clear details on location or where the story is set
13
The symbol from On The Sidewalk Bleeding is Laura
True
False
14
What definition best describes "tone"
The emotions a reader feels
The author's attitude toward the subject
The setting of the story
The main idea of the story
15
Which of the following BEST describes a climax?
A sudden event that introduces the main conflict
The setting description at the beginning of the story
The moment when the protagonist faces their biggest challenge
A slow build-up of minor conflicts
16
Which sentence best conveys an
angry
tone?
“She walked in, smiling at everyone in the room.”
“She sighed and reached for another cup of tea.”
“She slammed the door and muttered under her breath.”
“She sat quietly, lost in thought.”
17
What is Atmosphere?
The overall mood of the story
When the setting or scene causes an emotional response in the reader
Provides the author's feelings about the subject of the story
Hints at what will happen later
18
Who is the protagonist?
All of the above
Andy from On The SideWalk Bleeding
The father from Monkeys Paw
Bassem from Searching for Blue
19
Which of these themes BEST fits a story about a character learning to believe in themselves?
Courage and self-confidence
The power of nature
The importance of family traditions
The impact of technology
20
What is the climax of a story?
The part where the setting is described
Moment where tension is highest and the conflict reaches a turning point
The last sentence of the story
The first event in the plot
21
Which conflict is shown in "The Three Little Pigs" when the wolf tries to blow down the houses?
Person vs. Society
Person vs. Self
Person vs. Nature
Person vs. Person
22
The climax is always an action scene.
False
True
23
What is the third step in identifying the theme of a story?
Describe the author's personal life
Explain the lesson/message from the author related to that topic
Decide which character is the main protagonist
Choose one word to describe the story
24
Which situation is an example of Character vs. Society?
A man gets lost in the mountains during a snowstorm.
A woman debates whether to forgive a friend.
A student fights against unfair school rules.
A detective chases a criminal.
25
The inciting incident happens at the end of the story.
False
True
26
The theme is the main message throughout the entirety of the story
True
False
27
If an author uses dark imagery and unsettling descriptions, what tone might they be creating?
Humorous
Ominous
Hopeful
Cheerful
28
Which of the following is an example of a theme?
"The book takes place in a small village."
"Friendship can overcome any challenge."
"Sarah went to the store to buy milk."
"The main character wears a red jacket."
29
What is the second step in determining a theme?
Look up what others say the theme is
Rewrite the story in your own words
Find the tone
Give examples from the story to prove the theme exists
30
An antagonist can be a person, nature, society, or even the protagonist’s own thoughts.
True
False
31
What is the term for when we are introduced to the conflict?
Inciting Incident
Resolution
Climax
Rising Action
32
In a mystery story, what would most likely be the climax?
The detective talking to their friend about an unrelated topic
The detective confronting the suspect and uncovering the truth
The detective getting hired for the case
The detective waking up and drinking coffee
33
The antagonist is against the protagonist
False
True
