Narrative Writing Skills Practice Quiz

Which of the following best describes plot progression?

• The sequence of events in a story from start to finish.

• The background information provided at the beginning of a story.

• The climax or turning point of a story.

• The resolution or outcome of a story's conflict.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.5

In narrative writing, dialogue is used to:

• Describe the setting in detail.

• Provide information about the plot.

• Show interactions between characters.

• Present the theme of the story.

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

Which of the following is NOT a component of plot structure?

• Exposition

• Rising action

• Theme

• Climax

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.5

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.5

Subplots in a story:

• Distract the reader from the main plot.

• Are unrelated to the main plot.

• Can provide depth and complexity to the main plot.

• Should resolve before the main plot.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.5

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.5

Which narrative writing technique involves the use of vivid descriptions to convey a scene or character?

• Dialogue

• Exposition

• Imagery

• Monologue

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CCSS.RI.8.10

CCSS.RI.9-10.10

CCSS.RL.11-12.10

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

Plot pacing refers to:

• The speed at which the story's plot develops.

• The sequence of events in a story.

• The climax of the story.

• The resolution of the story's conflict.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.5

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.5

Suspense and tension in a story are used to:

• Quickly resolve conflicts.

• Keep the reader engaged and interested.

• Introduce new characters.

• Describe the setting in detail.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

In "The Lottery" by Shirley Jackson, what narrative technique is used to build suspense?

• Flashbacks

• Foreshadowing

• Humor

• First-person narration

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CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Which of the following best defines a subplot?

• The main sequence of events in a narrative.

• A secondary plot that runs parallel to the main plot.

• The climax of a story.

• A diversion that has no impact on the plot.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.5

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.5

Effective dialogue in narrative writing should:

• Only provide exposition.

• Be used sparingly and only for major plot points.

• Reflect the character's personality and advance the plot.

• Be identical for all characters to maintain consistency.

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3