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Peery's Fiction, Author's Purpose, Tone, and Theme Quiz
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Universal Themes in Literature:
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Which of the following is NOT a tool used to develop plot?
A portion of the events is hinted at through foreshadowing
Some of the story may be told through flashback
The events of the story include information about setting
Events follow one another in chronological order
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What is point of view?
The opinion held by one or more characters in the story
The character's ability to see beyond usual limitations
The perspective from which the story is told
The view from which the setting is described
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What is the author's purpose?
Persuade
Inform
Entertain
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The theme of a work of literature is...
the message that the author wants the reader to learn.
usually only found at the beginning of the story.
the summary of the story.
that the "good guy" always wins.
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Which of the following are NOT elements of the plot sequence?
Rising Action
Inciting Incident
Expulsion
Climax
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What is the conflict in a story?
The problem that the protagonist must solve
The sequence of events in the story as told by a narrator
Inner monologue through which characters reveal themselves
The turning point in the story
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What is included in the SETTING of a story?
Where and why the story takes place
When and where the story takes place
When the story takes place
Where the story takes place
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What is tone?
The attitude the author uses in the story through words
The similarities or differences between two words
The negative reaction a character has to conflict
The sound made to gain readers' attention
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A universal theme ...
is stated about a character in the story
appear again and again across time periods and cultures.
focuses on one particular culture or time period.
are usually found in non-fiction articles.
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Which is an example of DIRECT characterization?
Jay doesn't often come to school and often keeps to himself
Sam is tall and handsome; he is well liked by everyone
Evan ran toward the finish line, his heart beating wildly
Mary blushed as her crush smiled at her
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Which of the following is INDIRECT characterization?
Lynn shifted from foot to foot as she was getting bored
He had always been a stubborn player
The group was comprised of friendly, dedicated individuals
The bell rang and Martin groaned loudly
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What is this an example of?
Metaphor
Imagery
Alliteration
Similie
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What is the tone in this...
contemplative
Lonely
horrified
Insecure
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Which of the following statements might be a universal theme?
Cheryl was disappointed.
There is a fine line between love and hate.
Lions are meat eaters.
We had fun hanging out with our friends.
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What is this an example of?
hyperbole
alliteration
idiom
allusion
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What is this an example of?
Similie
Imagery
Metaphor
Alliteration
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The author's purpose is?
The overall feeling of the piece.
The reason a writer decides to write about a specific topic.
When the author states an absolute truth.
Imagery that he/she creates in the piece of writing.
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What is the PLOT of a story?
The author's attitude
The action/events
The main problem
The number of characters
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Themes are supported by details in the text. Most commonly, we see theme developed through...
the grammar and punctuation that the author uses.
when the villain dies.
the setting or time period of the story.
the characters words or actions.
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The author's purpose was to...
explain the war in Iraq
explain the challenges military families face
describe the different types of jobs in the U.S. Army
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What is this an example of?
Imagery
Personification
Hyperbole
Metaphor
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What is this an example of?
Similie
Imagery
Metaphor
Alliteration
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What is this an example of?
Imagery
Metaphor
Personification
Hyperbole
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Who is the protagonist in the story?
The character with the best lines
The most exciting or intriguing character
The character at the center of the story who undergoes a change
Always the "good guy"
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What clues can help you determine the setting if not directly stated?
Clothing, language/dialect, technology, occupations, etc.
Descriptions of a character's physical features
Explanation of the fears/anxieties of a main character
Conflict in the story (man vs. man, etc.)
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What is the THEME of a story?
The major conflict
The particular tone/style/mood
The point of view of the story
The lesson/message/moral
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Identify the TONE: She felt a chill wash over her body as the overwhelming fear took hold.
anger
distrust
displeasure
anxiety
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What is the TONE of this clip
humorous
Awed
loving
fearful
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Who is the antagonist?
The character with the fewest friends or acquaintances
The character with the most aggressive personality
The character which opposes the protagonist
The "bad guy" in any work of literature
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What are the two types of characterization?
direct and indirect
relatable and indirect
direct and subtle
modern and old-fashioned
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What information is included with exposition?
An argument between characters
Background information about story
A wrapping up of events
Twists and turns in the story
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What is the author's purpose of this text?
Entertain
Persuade
Inform
