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Vocabulary words for elements of fiction
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What is a flat character?
The character that changes
the character that we know a lot about
the character that doesn't change
the character that we don't know about
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What is a dynamic character?
the character we don't know about
a character we know a lot about
the character that doesn't change
the character that changes
3
Man vs self is the only type of conflict that is not external
True
False
4
Resolution is what?
when the problem is solved and everything returns to normal
the most exciting part or turning point
the downfall of events in a story
the longest part of the story leading to the turning point
5
Little Sally is secretly of Jewish religion during the Nazi take over of Germany
man vs society
man vs self
man vs nature
man vs man
6
3rd person point of view
this is the command form (you and yours)
the narrator is a character (uses I and We)
the narrator is not a character, gives an outside perspective (he or she)
7
What is a round character?
the character that we don't know about
the character that changes
the character we know a lot about
the character that doesn't change
8
Internal conflict is when the character is struggling with another character
True
False
9
omniscient point of view
the narrator tells the thoughts of none of the characters
the narrator tells the thoughts of all of the characters
the narrator is a character in the story
the narrator tells the thoughts of only one character
10
Salva is not scared of the Rebel soldiers at all.
True
False
11
Which word means the lesson learned or main idea of the story?
Theme
Conflict
Resolution
Plot
12
How would you describe the climax of the story?
the downfall of events leading to the end of the story
the beginning information needed to understand the story
the longest part of the story, leading to the turning point
the most exciting part of the story, turning point
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Point of View
The struggle between two forces
the main idea or lesson learned in the story
the beginning information needed to understand the story
The angle from which the story is told
14
Indirect characterization is when the character is described using hints and inferences.
False
True
15
Jack decided to commit a string of crimes and is now running from the cops. He is hiding out.
man vs man
man vs self
man vs nature
man vs society
16
Little Barney goes to Alaska and gets chased by a bear.
man vs man
man vs nature
man vs society
man vs self
17
limited point of view
the narrator is a character in the story
the narrator tells the thoughts of all of the characters
the narrator tells the thoughts of none of the characters
the narrator tells the thoughts of only one character
18
"It looked like a good thing, but wait til I tell you" is a great example of what?
conflict
Foreshadowing
Flashback
mood
19
George has $25 dollars and his friends want him to go to the movies with them, but he has been saving for a video game.
man vs society
man vs self
man vs man
man vs nature
20
What is a static character?
the character that changes in the story
the character that we don't know about
the character that doesn't change in the story
the character that we know about
21
What is an antagonist?
good guy
flat character
major character
bad guy
22
At the end of "The Ravine" how do the friends feel about Vinny's decision?
They are happy for him
They knew he was scared
They won't speak to him because they are angry
They encourage him
23
Herbert can't decide between vanilla and chocolate ice cream
man vs nature
man vs self
man vs man
man vs society
24
"I remember one day last fall, I punched that kid because he called me stupid," is a great example of what?
Climax
Foreshadowing
Flashback
Point of view
25
2nd person point of view
the narrator is not a character in the story (he or she)
this is the command form (you and yours)
the narrator is a character in the story (I and We)
26
How does the wartime setting of "A Long Walk to Water" influence Salva's behavior?
makes him angry
makes him confused
makes him care for others
makes him act more adult
27
One theme of "The Breadwinner" is facing courage during a time of danger
True
False
28
What is rising action?
the longest part of the story, leads to the turning point
the downfall of events leading to the end of the story
the beginning information needed to understand the story
the unfolding of events in a story
29
Direct characterization is when the characteristics are stated directly.
False
True
30
In "The Breadwinner" why is Parvana worried about looking like a boy?
she's afraid of responsibility
she doesn't want people to figure out her secret
she thinks this should be her sister's job
she thinks what she is being asked to do is wrong
31
In "The Breadwinner" why does Parvana's mother ask her if she wants to watch her hair being cut?
so she will obey her mom
so she will see it looks nice
so she will get used to it
to punish her
32
objective point of view
the narrator tells the thoughts of none of the characters
the narrator is a character in the story
the narrator tells the thoughts of all the characters
the narrator tells the thoughts of only one character
33
How does paragraph 1 ("Boom!") of "A Long Walk to Water" contribute to the rising action of the story?
Shows that there are bombs
It builds suspense
It foreshadows an important event
It establishes a threatening tone and a fearful mood
34
What is a protagonist?
Bad guy
Good Guy
Major character
Round character
35
Little Larry's parents are getting divorced. He doesn't know who to live with.
man vs nature
man vs man
man vs society
man vs self
36
What does Parvana's hair represent in "The Breadwinner"?
abandoned beliefs
a happy time
responsibility
cultural traditions
37
The very end of "A Long Walk to Water" shows what about Salva?
He is very scared of his situation
He is becoming aware of his situation
He doesn't know what to do
He is worried about his family
38
At the end of "The Ravine" Vinny feels angry and embarrassed about his choice.
True
False
39
Little Juan gets lost in the woods and it is getting dark. He hears coyotes.
man vs self
man vs man
man vs society
man vs nature
40
When it says "Salva felt his knees turn to water" that shows what?
He is afraid
He is sad
He is sick
He is tired
41
What is falling action?
the turning point or most exciting part
the beginning information needed to understand
problem solved, everything returns to normal
the downfall of events after the climax
42
Susan can't stand Ursula but everyone thinks she is amazing. She started an ugly rumor about her.
man vs nature
man vs society
man vs man
man vs self
43
setting means?
the lesson learned in the story
the unfolding of events in the story
where and when the story takes place
the angle from which the story is told
44
The author chose to write "A Long Walk to Water" in the 3rd person point of view so we could relate to Salva
False
True
45
Talking about mac and cheese and TV shows
They are normal kids
They are in present times
They are lazy
They live in Hawaii
46
Little Billy and Little Suzy are in a spelling competition and both want to win very badly.
man vs nature
man vs society
man vs self
man vs man
47
1st person point of view
the narrator is outside the story using he and she
the narrator is a character in the story using the pronouns I and we
this is the command form, you and yours are used.
48
Why does Parvana's mother think she is sulking when her hair is being cut?
she misunderstands the way Parvana is feeling
she didn't like Parvana's hair
she resents that others are interfering with her family
she likes Nooria better
49
Parvana feels invisible and unimportant as a girl living under Taliban rule.
True
False
50
The climax of "The Ravine" is when Vinny jumps off of the 15 foot cliff.
False
True
51
What does exposition mean?
the unfolding of events in the story
the beginning information needed to understand the story
everything leading up to the climax
the angle from which the story is told
52
What is the definition of plot?
the unfolding of events in a story
the struggle in the story
the lesson learned or main idea of the story
the angle from which the story is told
53
An example of external conflict is a blizzard
False
True
54
Little Bridget can't stand Little Cindy and they end up pulling each other's hair
man vs man
man vs self
man vs nature
man vs society
