Questions and Answers
The sequence of events happening in a story is known as the ______.
plot
A series of imagined facts which illustrates truths about human life is commonly called ______.
fiction
The place and time where a story happens is referred to as the ______.
setting
______ are the words uttered by the characters in a dramatic play.
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A brief artistic prose form is known as a ______.
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An extensive prose narrative that contains chapters and interludes is called a ______.
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The central idea, thesis, or overall message that the story conveys is referred to as the ______.
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The moment of insight, discovery, or revelation of the main character after the falling action is known as the ______.
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Irony refers to the opposites of what they actually ____
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Flashback is a technique employed to help readers understand the ____
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Conflict showcases the opposing objectives of the protagonist and the ____
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Deus ex machina originated from a Greek practice of lowering a ‘____’ to solve problems
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Text Structure refers to how the text is ____
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In a Cause & Effect text structure, one situation is ____ by another
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Imagery uses descriptive language to appeal to the ____
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Verbal Irony is when someone says the ____ of what they mean
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Study Notes
Fiction and Drama
- Fiction is a series of imagined events that reveal human truths, commonly referred to as "stories."
- Two main forms of fiction: short stories and novels.
- Drama follows traditional fiction conventions but is performed on stage; its point of view is subtly conveyed through dialogue.
Elements of Fiction and Drama
- Plot: The sequence of events in a narrative.
- Setting: The time and place in which the story unfolds.
- Character: The individuals that populate the narrative.
- Theme: The central idea or message conveyed throughout the story.
Short Story and Novel
- Short Story: A concise form of artistic prose.
- Novel: An extensive prose narrative that includes chapters and interludes.
- Plays: Classified into acts; can be presented as one-act or three-act plays with specific focus on conflict and theme exposition.
Point of View and Dialogue
- Point of View: The perspective from which the story is told, influencing reader interpretation.
- Dialogue: The spoken exchanges between characters, essential for revealing drama's action and meaning.
Patterns of Fiction and Drama
- Exposition: Introduces characters and setting.
- Rising Action: Establishes conflict within the narrative.
- Climax: The crucial moment of crisis that elevates the conflict.
- Falling Action: Details the consequences of the climax.
- Resolution/Denouement: Provides insight or discovery post-conflict.
Narrative Devices
- Foreshadowing: Hints at future events to build anticipation.
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Irony:
- Represents contradictions between expectation and reality.
- Flashback: A technique that reveals past events for present context.
- Conflict: Highlights opposing goals between protagonist and antagonist.
- Deus ex Machina: A plot element resolving issues via unexplainable means, historically involving divine intervention.
Nonfiction Text Structures
- Text Structure: The organization of text to enhance understanding.
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Types of Text Structures:
- Description: Provides characteristics of one topic.
- Compare and Contrast: Highlights similarities and differences between topics.
- Order & Sequence: Outlines events in a specific order.
- Cause & Effect: Explains reasons behind events.
- Problem & Solution: Identifies a problem and suggests a resolution.
Literary Devices
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Metaphor and Simile:
- Metaphor directly states a comparison; simile uses "like" or "as."
- Imagery: Evocative language appealing to the senses.
- Symbolism: Represents broader ideas through symbols.
- Foreshadowing: Suggests future story developments.
- Irony: An incongruity between expected and actual outcomes.
Types of Irony
- Verbal Irony: A statement where the intended meaning is opposite of the literal meaning.
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Explore the crucial components of fiction and drama, including their definitions, classifications, and essential elements like plot and dialogue. This quiz will help deepen your understanding of how stories and plays convey fundamental truths about human life.
