Unit 2A Review

What is a plot element?

• A type of figurative language

• A step in the writing process

• An element that drives the story

• A type of character

Which of the following is an example of figurative language?

• The sun is shining brightly.

• She ran as fast as a cheetah.

• He wrote a story about a dragon.

• The main character is a detective.

What is the first step in the writing process?

• Editing

• Revising

• Brainstorming

• Publishing

What does the rising action in a story do?

• Introduces the characters and setting

• Resolves the conflict

• Builds suspense and tension

• Wraps up the story

Which of the following is an example of a simile?

• The wind whispered through the trees.

• The stars twinkled in the night sky.

• Her smile was as bright as the sun.

• The waves crashed against the shore.

What is the final step in the writing process?

• Editing

• Revising

• Brainstorming

• Publishing

What is the climax of a story?

• The resolution of the conflict

• The introduction of the characters

• The turning point of the story

• The conclusion of the story

Which of the following is an example of personification?

• The flowers danced in the breeze.

• The rain fell heavily from the sky.

• The mountain stood tall and majestic.

• The fire crackled and popped.

What is the purpose of the falling action in a story?

• Introduces the characters and setting

• Resolves the conflict

• Builds suspense and tension

• Wraps up the story

Which of the following is an example of onomatopoeia?

• The wind whispered through the trees.

• The stars twinkled in the night sky.

• Her smile was as bright as the sun.

• The thunder rumbled in the distance.