Noun List 4

In storytelling, what is the plot?

• A series of events connected by cause and effect

• The central theme or idea of a story

• The style or manner in which a story is told

• The mood or atmosphere of a story

• The characters in a story

Which of the following is NOT an element of plot?

• Exposition

• Rising action

• Climax

• Resolution

• Setting

What is the purpose of a plot?

• To entertain the reader or audience

• To teach a lesson or convey a moral

• To explore human nature or the human condition

• To simply tell a story

• All of the above

What is the general meaning of welfare?

• The state of being happy and healthy

• The provision of social and economic assistance to people in need

• The overall well-being of a society

• The condition of being safe and secure

• All of the above

What is the difference between welfare and charity?

• Welfare is government-funded, while charity is private-funded.

• Welfare is needs-based, while charity is merit-based.

• Welfare is universal, while charity is selective.

• Welfare is temporary, while charity is permanent.

• All of the above

What are some of the criticisms of welfare programs?

• They create a disincentive to work.

• They are too expensive.

• They perpetuate poverty.

• They are demeaning.

• All of the above

What is obesity?

• A condition in which a person is excessively overweight

• A disease caused by a buildup of fat in the body

• A risk factor for many chronic diseases

• A social stigma

• All of the above

What are some of the causes of obesity?

• Genetics

• Lifestyle factors

• Environmental factors

• A combination of all of the above

• None of the above

What are some of the health risks of obesity?

• Heart disease

• Stroke

• Type 2 diabetes

• Certain types of cancer

• All of the above