Honors English I Midterm Exam 2024

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What is internal conflict?

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Internal conflict occurs when a character struggles with her opposing desires or beliefs; it is a conflict within the character's mind.

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Who promises to erect a statue of Juliet?

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Lord Montague promises to erect a statue of Juliet.

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What is external conflict?

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External conflict sets a character against something or someone beyond her control, such as another person, nature, or technology.

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What punishment does the Prince declare for the next Capulet or Montague to disturb the peace?

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The Prince declares that the next Capulet or Montague to disturb the peace will be punished by death.

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Who drove a Corvette, making him a catch?

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Eric Caswell drove a Corvette, which made him a catch.

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Define situational irony.

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Situational irony occurs when there is a discrepancy between what is expected to happen and what actually happens.

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What is a protagonist?

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A protagonist is the main character in a story, often facing a conflict that drives the plot.

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What is the role of the Nurse in 'Romeo and Juliet'?

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The Nurse serves as a confidante and caregiver to Juliet, providing comic relief and emotional support.

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What is a metaphor?

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A metaphor is a figure of speech that makes a comparison between two unlike things without using 'like' or 'as'.

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What does the term 'setting' refer to in literature?

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The setting refers to the time and place in which a story takes place.