Define external conflict.

A struggle between a character and an outside force

Why did Alice Walker feel like an outcast?

She was shot and lost vision in one eye when she was eight.

Define rising action.

reveals the complications in the story

the elements that reveal the final outcome

Millie's Dutch heritage is shown by the lace cap she wears on her head.

something passed down through generations, such as tradition

Dee wants the old family quilts because

they represent her family's history and ancestors.

Dee doesn't want to bring her friends to Mama's house because

Dee is ashamed of how Mama lives.

Which of the following can you infer about Maggie?

She's been unsure about herself for years.

What is the conflict between Dee and Maggie over?

Who will get the family's quilts.

Define falling action.

the results of the climax in a story

the elements that make up the story

Define internal conflict.

character's struggle within his or her mind

What does it mean to make an inference?

an idea or conclusion drawn from evidence in a text.

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Alice Walker's "Everyday Use"

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1
Define external conflict.
A struggle between a character and an outside force
the elements in a story that reveal the final outcome
A struggle that takes place within a character's mind
to counteract or cancel the effect of
2
The end of the story suggests that Maggie
finally knew her mother liked her better.
thought Dee was comical.
felt relieved that she could sell the quilts.
was content to be who she was.
3
Why did Alice Walker feel like an outcast?
Her parents had a divorce
She was shot and lost vision in one eye when she was eight.
She didn't have any friends growing up.
She was burned in a house fire.
4
Which inference can you make about Dee?
She respects her mother's opinion.
Most people she meets admire her.
She often gets what she wants.
Her life has been very difficult.
5
The furtive boys hid behind a tree after they egged their friend's house.
honest
charming
sneaky, secretive
manipulative
6
Mama's attitude toward appearances is that she
envies Dee for her fine clothes.
is comfortable with her looks.
secretly wants to own nice clothes.
is ashamed of how Maggie looks.
7
Define rising action.
reveals the complications in the story
the turning point in the story
reveals the final outcome
the results of the climax
8
After Val slipped in the water, she recomposed herself before going to class.
restore to calm
ran away from a conflict
a set of rules or beliefs
causing chaos
9
Define resolution.
the elements that reveal the final outcome
the struggle between opposing forces
the elements that reveal complications in the story
the introduction to a story
10
Millie's Dutch heritage is shown by the lace cap she wears on her head.
a set of rules, beliefs, or values held by a group
to restore to calm, to settle again
something passed down through generations, such as tradition
the way a person dresses
11
Unlike the old house the family lived in, the new house
is more to Dee's liking.
is set in a pasture.
has real windows.
has a tin roof.
12
Dee wants the old family quilts because
they represent her family's history and ancestors.
she wants only homemade articles for her home.
new quilts are too expensive, and she can't afford them.
they include all the colors she has used in her home.
13
Dee doesn't want to bring her friends to Mama's house because
The house is difficult to reach.
the house is not well kept.
Dee is ashamed of how Mama lives.
Dee has no friends.
14
Define climax.
the turning point in the story
the introduction
the struggle between opposing forces
Where the characters are located in the story
15
Which of the following can you infer about Maggie?
She's been unsure about herself for years.
She is eager to see her sister.
She will soon sell the quilts.
She misses the old house.
16
What is the conflict between Dee and Maggie over?
Which quilt is worth the most money.
Where their mother should live.
Who will get the family's quilts.
The differences in their style of clothes.
17
Define falling action.
to shrink or flinch involuntarily
the elements of a story that reveal the final outcome
the struggle between opposing forces
the results of the climax in a story
18
The doctrine that Richard follows prevents him from eating meat.
to settle again
sneaky, secretive
a set of rules or beliefs
questions that need to be answered
19
Define plot.
the turning point in the story
the final outcome of the story
Where and when the story takes place
the elements that make up the story
20
Define internal conflict.
alert attention, watchfulness
character's struggle within his or her mind
the results of the climax
elements that reveal the complications
21
What does it mean to make an inference?
a warning or indication of an upcoming event in a text.
the time and place the story takes place.
an idea or conclusion drawn from evidence in a text.
an exaggerated statement.
22
When and where was Alice Walker born?
In 1850, Georgia
In 1960, Alabama
In 1903, Alabama
In 1944, Georgia

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