Analyzing Emotional Responses in Literature
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What emotion is she experiencing as the thing approaches her?

  • Indifference
  • Excitement
  • Fear (correct)
  • Relief

What does she try to use to combat the approaching presence?

  • Her possessions
  • Her will (correct)
  • Her voice
  • Her strength

How effective does she feel her efforts are against the approaching thing?

  • Powerless (correct)
  • Overwhelmingly effective
  • Highly effective
  • Somewhat effective

What are her physical hands described as in the context of her struggle?

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What is the nature of the thing that is approaching her?

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What is the primary focus of a narrative's point of view?

<p>The angle from which the author tells the story (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a common type of narrative point of view?

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In which point of view does the narrator describe the experiences from their own perspective?

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How is the second person point of view characterized in a narrative?

<p>Addressing the reader as 'you' (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What can the choice of point of view impact in a narrative?

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What is the main purpose of the resolution in a story?

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Which of the following should be avoided in a resolution?

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What aspect should a writer focus on when crafting a resolution?

<p>Reflecting on themes and leaving the reader with thoughts (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In what way does a well-written resolution impact the reader?

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Why is it crucial to incorporate themes in a story's resolution?

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What expression was present in her eyes?

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How did she carry herself down the stairs?

<p>Unwittingly like a goddess of Victory (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who was waiting for them at the bottom of the stairs?

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What action did she perform with her sister as they descended the stairs?

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What literary figure is referenced in her demeanor?

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What is a characteristic of a static character?

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What term is synonymous with developing characters?

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Which of the following statements is true regarding static and developing characters?

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What is a potential effect of having a static character in a story?

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How is a developing character portrayed in literature?

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What is one possible outcome for a protagonist at the end of a story?

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Which of the following describes a resolution that ends on a lighter note?

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What is not typically associated with a positive resolution in storytelling?

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How might a resolution of a story typically conclude?

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Which situation would likely not be a resolution to a story's conflict?

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Flashcards

Static Character

A character that does not change throughout a story.

Developing Character

A character that changes during a story.

Flat Character

Another name for a static character.

Dynamic Character

Another name for a developing character.

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Character Change

A developing character undergoes changes within the story.

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Resolution

The conclusion of a story, often where conflicts are resolved.

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Protagonist

The main character in a story.

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Learns from mistakes

The protagonist discovers lessons from their errors.

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New life

Significant change or starting fresh for a character.

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Conflict resolution

The process of figuring out how to solve the problems in a story.

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Story Resolution

The conclusion of a story, where loose ends are tied up and the main conflict is resolved.

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Themes

The central ideas or messages explored in a story.

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Reader Reflection

A thought-provoking element placed at the end of the story to encourage the reader to think beyond the text.

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Story's Final Word

The point where the story's written narrative concludes.

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Continue the story's resolution

Use the final outcome to deepen the themes or create a lasting impression.

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Point of View

The author's perspective in telling a story.

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First Person

The story is told from the narrator's perspective using "I" and "me".

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Second Person

The story is told to the reader using "you".

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Third Person

The story is told from an outside perspective, using pronouns like "he", "she", or "they".

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Narrator

The person or entity telling the story.

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Internal Struggle

A conflict within a character's mind.

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Overcoming a force

A character attempts to resist an outside influence.

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Powerlessness

A feeling of being unable to control a situation.

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Character's will

A character's determination to act and resist.

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External forces

Forces outside of a character, challenging them.

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Triumphant Descent

A scene where characters are victorious and go downstairs, full of excitement, and with a sense of confidence.

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Character Emotion

Describes the feelings and attitudes of the characters in the story.

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Richards' Presence

A character waiting at the end of the stairs - implying anticipation.

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Sisterly Bond

Close relationship and affection between sisters.

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Setting's Importance

Describes how the setting, like a house, plays a background role in the character's emotional state and plot.

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