Unit 2 COA

The complicating incident is an event that introduces the central conflict and sets the story in motion

Which sentence correctly uses suspense?

Why are facts often more obvious in a movie than in a book?

The noise from the construction site began to _____ the residents, making it difficult for them to concentrate or relax.

The speaker's controversial remarks began to ________ the audience, causing a heated debate to erupt.

A teenager defies the rules of his strict school and stands up to the unfair policies enforced by the principal.

"Individual vs. Society" conflict occurs when a character struggles against societal norms, laws, or expectations.

Choose the sentence that contains an incorrect verb tense:

The exposition occurs at the beginning of a story.

The couple had a ________ relationship, full of bad arguments and dramatic reconciliations.

In a story, the _____ is the final part where the complexities of the plot are resolved, and the loose ends are tied up.

Conflict is not necessary for developing the plot, as a story can progress without challenges for the characters.

Which of the following words is the closest synonym to "elated"?

When she heard the news about her promotion, she was completely ________ and couldn't find the words to respond.

What is the primary purpose of supporting evidence in an argument?

A soldier fights in a battle against an enemy army trying to conquer his homeland.

In a story, a character struggles against the harsh elements of temperature while stranded on a deserted island.

The rising action in a story includes events that lead up to the climax and increase tension and conflict.

The following sentence has a misplaced modifier:"Running quickly, the finish line was crossed by the runner."

In a story's plot structure, the falling action occurs after which event?

The complicating incident is the point in the story where the conflict is completely resolved.