English 10
Short Story Quiz
Section 1
On the left hand side there is a list of relevant terms to the short story.
Match them correctly to the definitions on the right side.
Place your answer in the middle of the line
1.
plot
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2.
A. the force or character in opposition to the
main character
rising action
B. author reveals what all the characters are thinking
climax
C. framework for the story
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3.
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omniscient view point D. a hint of what is to come
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antagonist
E. the twist which reverses the significance of the
story
theme
F. clash of opposing forces, persons, ideas, emotions
conflict
G. the series of events leading to the climax
foreshadowing
H. an incident or event which changes the course of
rising action
irony
I. reveals some important lesson or aspect of life
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9.
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10.
complicating incident
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Mark
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J. turning point in the story
Section II
Pleas read the story that you have been given and answer the following questions in complete
sentences.
1. What is the setting?
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2. What is the climax?
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3. Was the story realistic? Give two reasons.
/2 marks
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4. From what perspective or point of view was the story written?
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5. There are several ironical events in the story. Describe two.
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6. The author was trying to make a point with this story. Explain the theme. /2 marks
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7. Explain the two types of conflict in the story.
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8. Characterization:
Who is the antagonist?_________________________
/1 mark
Who is the protagonist?________________________
/1 mark
Describe the protagonist, the antagonist and one subordinate character in terms of
1) static/dynamic 2) round/ flat 3) realistic/stereotyped. Your choices must be supported by
examples from the story.
/15 marks
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