Literary Analysis

Question 1

Foreshadowing is...

Accepted Answer

the use of hints or clues to suggest what will happen later

Question 2

Select some of the ways in which the author can express themes.

Accepted Answer

Sharing feelings and thoughts of the main character, Actions or events found in the story, Conversations among the characters, Repeating symbols and patterns found in the story

Question 3

How do you analyze a character? (more than one answer is needed)

Accepted Answer

The function and significance of each character, Links and clues between and about characters

Question 4

Figurative language is...

Accepted Answer

Use of words to express meaning beyond the literal meaning

Question 5

The point of view of a story can never establish the author's intention.

Accepted Answer

False

Question 6

What is a plot?

Accepted Answer

Sequence of events within the narrative shape

Question 7

The theme is often stated explicitly in a text.

Accepted Answer

False

Question 8

Conflict can happen when a person's values and customs are being challenged.

Accepted Answer

True

Question 9

What are the possible reasons for an author to include conflict in the story? (More than one)

Accepted Answer

To create suspense that makes the reader want to read, To enhance the reader's understanding of a character

Question 10

What is a theme?

Accepted Answer

The dominant idea conveyed to readers through the text

Question 11

What are some of the elements of characterization? (more than one required)

Accepted Answer

Behaviour and actions of a character, Physical appearance and personality traits, Opinions and reactions of other characters

Question 12

Plot must always follow a chronological order.

Accepted Answer

False

Question 13

Conflict can usually be identified as 1 of 4 kinds. Select the ones that are part of these 4.

Accepted Answer

Man vs Man, Man vs Society, Man vs Nature, Man vs Self

Question 14

What are some of the elements of a story?

Accepted Answer

Characters, themes, literary devices, setting, narrative

Question 15

How does setting contribute to the understanding of a text? (more than one answer required)

Accepted Answer

It provides details relating to location and period of time, It creates the mood of the story

Literary Analysis

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Literary Analysis

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