Short Story flashcard

Front

Who is the protagonist in 'The Landlady'?

Back

Billy Weaver

Front

Which story focuses on loneliness?

Back

The Foghorn

Front

What is the conflict in 'Thank You Ma'am'?

Back

Roger trying to steal Luella's purse

Front

This story takes place in a dystopian future.

Back

The Lottery

Front

Tradition is a theme of this story.

Back

The Lottery

Front

Define 'protagonist'.

Back

The main character in a story, often facing a conflict.

Front

What is a common theme in short stories?

Back

Themes such as love, loss, and identity are common.

Front

What is the setting of a story?

Back

The time and place in which the story occurs.

Front

What does 'conflict' mean in literature?

Back

The struggle between opposing forces in a story.

Front

Identify a key theme in 'The Lottery'.

Back

The dangers of blindly following tradition.