Analyzing Characters in Literature

Analyzing Characters in Literature

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English

8th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Info to analyze a character in literature:

Back

All of the above

Answer explanation

All of the above options are correct because analyzing a character in literature involves examining what the character says and does, considering what other characters say about them, and observing how other characters react to them. These aspects help to understand the character's personality, motivations, and role in the story.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Character behavior and dialogue reveal:

Back

Their personality and traits

Answer explanation

When analyzing a character, their behavior and dialogue can reveal their personality and traits. These aspects provide insight into the character's motivations, emotions, and relationships with others, helping the reader understand the character's role in the story and their development throughout the narrative.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Dolores reacts to her missing pencil by:

Back

She cries and screams.

Answer explanation

In the question, we are asked about Dolores' reaction when she notices her missing pencil. The correct choice is that she cries and screams. This option clearly describes her emotional response to the situation, while the other options do not accurately portray her reaction.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Dolores accuses Beth of:

Back

Stealing her pencil

Answer explanation

In the question, Dolores accuses Beth of doing something. Among the given options, the correct choice is that Dolores accuses Beth of stealing her pencil. The other options, such as hiding her eraser, copying her homework, or breaking her ruler, are not what Dolores accuses Beth of doing.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Beth's reaction to Dolores' accusation:

Back

Denies stealing the pencil.

Answer explanation

When Dolores accuses Beth, Beth's reaction is to deny stealing the pencil. This shows that she does not admit to any wrongdoing and stands firm in her position. The other options, such as apologizing, crying, or mocking Dolores, do not accurately represent Beth's response to the accusation.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Teacher's view on Dolores' behavior?

Back

She thinks Dolores is having a bad day.

Answer explanation

The teacher's opinion about Dolores' behavior is that she thinks Dolores is having a bad day. This is evident from the correct choice among the given options, which states that the teacher believes Dolores is experiencing a difficult day.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Inference about Dolores' behavior

Back

She is acting immaturely

Answer explanation

The question asks us to infer Dolores' behavior. Given the options, the answer indicates that Dolores is acting immaturely. This suggests that her actions or decisions are not reflective of what is typically expected from an adult or mature individual. Therefore, the correct inference about Dolores' behavior is that she is acting immaturely.

8.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Dolores' unexpected behavior according to the teacher.

Back

Because Dolores is usually quiet and shy.

Answer explanation

Dolores' behavior is unexpected according to the teacher because she is usually quiet and shy. This implies that her current behavior is contrasting with her typical demeanor, which is why the teacher finds it surprising.