Plot & Character Quiz

Which of the following best describes the exposition of a story?

• The climax or turning point

• The introduction of the setting and characters

• The resolution or outcome

• The building of suspense

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CCSS.RL.2.10

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.4.4

What is the primary purpose of a rising action in a plot structure?

• To introduce the characters and setting

• To tie up loose ends

• To build tension and develop the conflict

• To present the climax

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Which element of plot involves the characters solving the problem or resolving the conflict?

• Exposition

• Climax

• Falling action

• Resolution

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CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.5

In a story, how are character interactions typically used?

• To describe the setting in detail

• To provide background information

• To develop the plot and reveal character traits

• To list the events in chronological order

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

What is a conflict in a story?

• A peaceful resolution to a problem

• A detailed description of a character

• A struggle between opposing forces

• The highest point of interest in a story

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.5

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

Which of the following best exemplifies external conflict?

• A character struggling with a moral decision

• A character battling a fierce storm

• A character feeling guilty about a past action

• A character trying to overcome fear

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

What is the climax of a story?

• The introduction of the main characters

• The moment of greatest tension where the outcome is decided

• The part where the conflict is introduced

• The final resolution of the story

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.9

How does the setting impact a story?

• It dictates the characters' personalities.

• It provides a backdrop against which the story unfolds.

• It resolves the conflict.

• It introduces new characters.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

What role does the falling action play in a story's structure?

• It introduces the conflict and characters.

• It builds up to the climax.

• It shows the consequences of the climax and leads towards the resolution.

• It is where the story's main action occurs.

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CCSS.RL.5.5

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.5

Which of the following is an example of internal conflict?

• A feud between two families

• A character's struggle with self-doubt

• A battle between two armies

• A disagreement between friends

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3