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Which genre of literature is considered one of the oldest forms?
Which genre of literature is considered one of the oldest forms?
What is the term used for the form of language that applies ordinary grammatical structure rather than rhythmic structure?
What is the term used for the form of language that applies ordinary grammatical structure rather than rhythmic structure?
In a play, what is the term for the character who opposes the main character?
In a play, what is the term for the character who opposes the main character?
Which term refers to the events that make up a story?
Which term refers to the events that make up a story?
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Which element of a story includes the historical moment in time and geographical location?
Which element of a story includes the historical moment in time and geographical location?
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What type of characters are minor characters in a work of fiction?
What type of characters are minor characters in a work of fiction?
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What is a book about a person's life written by someone else called?
What is a book about a person's life written by someone else called?
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In literature, what is a first-hand account of an event considered to be?
In literature, what is a first-hand account of an event considered to be?
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Study Notes
Literary Terms
- Epic poetry is considered one of the oldest forms of literature.
- Prose is the term used for the form of language that applies ordinary grammatical structure rather than rhythmic structure.
- An antagonist is the term for the character who opposes the main character in a play.
- Plot is the term that refers to the events that make up a story.
- Setting is the element of a story that includes the historical moment in time and geographical location.
- Flat characters are minor characters in a work of fiction.
- A biography is a book about a person's life written by someone else.
- A primary source is a first-hand account of an event in literature.
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Test your knowledge of literature with 20 multiple-choice questions designed for elementary school students. From defining literature to recognizing different genres, this quiz covers key concepts in an engaging format. The answers are provided for self-assessment.
