Character Actions in Stories
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Questions and Answers

Which statement accurately reflects a negative outcome regarding job searching?

  • She didn't find a job immediately. (correct)
  • She quickly found a job.
  • She found a job easily.
  • She lost her job unexpectedly.

What can be inferred if someone saved their money wisely?

  • They saved their money effectively. (correct)
  • They spent more than they earned.
  • They made poor financial choices.
  • They didn't spend much.

What does it mean if someone didn't feel well?

  • They were not feeling distressed.
  • They had a productive day.
  • They were feeling emotionally stable.
  • They were feeling physically unwell. (correct)

Which statement best describes the situation if someone comes back after a specific time?

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What does it suggest if someone has enough for everyone?

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What does 'Cela ne l’intéressait pas' imply?

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Which of the following statements means 'I am in agreement'?

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What is the meaning of 'avant' in the context provided?

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What is indicated by 'cela dépend de quelque chose'?

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Which phrase suggests that a problem transformed positively?

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What does 'je ne connais pas' signify?

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Which statement accurately reflects 'Elles discutaient'?

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What does 'bit by bit' imply in terms of progress?

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What was the outcome of their first meeting?

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What does 'Je voudrais' express about wanting tea?

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What is the meaning of 'il a essayé de' in the context of fixing?

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Which of the following is true about the phrase 'Il me reste'?

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What is conveyed by the sentiment 'tu m’énerves'?

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What is indicated by the statement 'He wouldn’t always do his homework'?

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What does 'On pourrait' suggest about an ability?

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What is the implication of the phrase 'I hope that he won’t forget'?

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Flashcards

To Want

The action of wanting something or having a desire for something. It can be used with a positive sense (wanting to help) or a negative sense (not wanting to go).

First Meeting

A first encounter between two people. It can be described as a positive or negative experience based on how it went.

Will Have

An action that someone will do in the future. It can be something they plan to do (have time to talk) or something they won't be able to do (not have enough time).

To Like

A desire or preference to do something. It can be expressed in a positive way (want some tea) or a negative way (not want to stay longer).

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To Be Able

Describes the ability or possibility of someone to do something. It can express a positive possibility (finish early) or a negative possibility (not be able to make it).

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Giving

To give something to someone. It can be expressed as a request (please give it) or a command (don't give it).

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To Buy

The act of purchasing something. It can be expressed as a necessity (need to buy) or a lack of desire (don't want to buy).

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To Hope

Expressing a hope for something to happen. It can be expressed positively (hope he will come) or negatively (hope he won't forget).

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To discuss (Discuter)

To talk about a topic with the aim of reaching a decision or finding a solution.

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Before (Avant)

Before something else happens or is done.

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The majority (La plupart)

The majority of people or things in a group.

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To resolve (Résoudre)

To solve or fix a problem.

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That depends on something (cela dépend de quelque chose)

It depends on a specific condition or factor.

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About (à propos de)

To talk or write about a particular subject.

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One should (on devrait)

A recommendation or suggestion of what should be done.

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Bit by bit (au fur et à mesure)

Gradually or progressively, over time.

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Enough

To have enough of something, like money or time.

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Just arrived

To arrive at a place a short time ago.

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Worried

To be concerned or anxious about something.

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Came back

To return to a place after being gone.

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Led him/her

To lead someone in a specific direction.

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Study Notes

Story 1

  • Positive and Negative Actions: Characters expressed desires and intentions, both positive (wanting to help, wanting time to talk) and negative (not wanting to go, not wanting to stay long).
  • First Meeting: The first meeting was described as magical, but also didn't go well in some versions.
  • Time Constraints: Characters discussed time limitations, wishing for more time to talk, or not wanting to stay longer.
  • Gifts and Purchases: Examples of wanting to buy gifts, or not wanting to buy anything.
  • Weather and Travel: The weather was described as pleasant, and conversely, the train was predicted to not be late.
  • General Actions: General actions such as taking notes (or not taking notes), or bringing gifts are noted.

Story 2

  • Consistent Effort: The character always tried their best, but didn't always do their homework.
  • Problem Solving: The character tried to fix something, but didn't stop someone else.
  • Unnecessary Items: Avoid bringing unnecessary items.
  • Success and Failure: The character never succeeded in winning, but sometimes won puzzles.
  • Flexibility and Requests: Offers flexibility to call anytime in general.

Story 3

  • Boredom and Annoyance: Characters expressed boredom or annoyance, sometimes at a party or when others are late, or due to something/someone.
  • No Activities: Character had nothing to do, and lack of desire to do anything.
  • Interests and Desires: Character had desires or lack of desire.
  • General Disagreement: Expressing disagreement in agreement, or lack of agreement.

Story 4

  • Discussions and Decisions: Discussing plans but not needing to discuss immediately; decisions to leave before time, to avoid discussing politics.
  • Agreements and Disagreements: Agreements with other people, or disagreements in agreement.
  • Responsibilities: Responsibility for something, which was an issue on a topic.
  • Problem Resolution: The problem changed into an opportunity.
  • External Influences: Weather affecting plans.

Story 5

  • Uncertainty and Knowledge: Characters expressed uncertainty of knowing answers, or ways of doing something.
  • Progress and Improvement: Progress was made gradually over time.
  • Material Circumstances: Related to job and financial conditions, discussing if something was costly to buy, or if financial limitations were present.
  • Locations and Feelings: Liking places vs not liking crowded/busy places.
  • Saving and spending money: related to money.

Story 6

  • Health and Feelings: Character did not feel well, then felt okay with some time passing.
  • Anxiety and Worries: Character was anxious/worried about an exam.

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Explore the contrasting positive and negative actions of characters in various storytelling scenarios. This quiz delves into themes such as meeting experiences, time constraints, and the motivations behind gifts and purchases. Analyze character behaviors and settings to understand narrative dynamics better.

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