Literary Terms and Analysis Quiz

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Which element of the plot diagram introduces the background and setting of the story?

Exposition (correct)

Resolution

Rising action

Climax

What does the acronym S.A.L.T.Y. stand for in analyzing characters?

Style, Action, Look, Thought, Yield

Scream, Act, Laugh, Think, Yearn

Speak, Act, Listen, Think, Yearn

Say, Act, Look, Think, Yield (correct)

Which of the following best describes the term 'theme' in literature?

A character's personality traits

A style used by the author

The sequence of events in a story

A moral lesson or universal message (correct)

What does 'internal conflict' refer to in a narrative?

The thoughts and feelings within a character Signup and view all the answers

In poetry analysis, which element involves examining 'loaded' words and language?

Connotation Signup and view all the answers

Which term refers to the main character in a story who often faces conflict?

Protagonist Signup and view all the answers

What role does the 'antagonist' play in a narrative?

Character that presents opposition to the protagonist Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a component of the P.C.A.S.T.T. approach to analyzing poetry?

Theme Signup and view all the answers

What does sensory language in poetry primarily appeal to?

The five senses Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'meter' in poetry refer to?

The syllable structure that contributes to rhythm Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT considered a text feature?

Dialogue Signup and view all the answers

What does the acronym D.I.V.E. stand for regarding reading strategies?

Determine, Interesting language, Vocabulary, Examine BIG Ideas Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of stage directions in drama?

To convey characters' intentions and actions Signup and view all the answers

What role does rhyme play in poetry?

It creates a pattern of sounds at the end of lines Signup and view all the answers

What should be considered when examining an author's purpose?

The author's thematic message Signup and view all the answers

In literary analysis, what does the term 'context' refer to?

The background information relevant to the work Signup and view all the answers

Which component of the ARMSI revision strategy involves enhancing clarity by adding details or images?

Add Signup and view all the answers

What does the 'C' in C.U.P.S. stand for?

Capitalize Signup and view all the answers

What is a primary focus when applying the 'Remove' step of the ARMSI strategy?

Eliminating repetitive ideas Signup and view all the answers

What is crucial to ensure when using independent clauses in a sentence?

They must be joined with a semicolon or comma-conjunction Signup and view all the answers

What does the 'Usage' aspect of C.U.P.S. refer to?

Checking for grammatical correctness of common words Signup and view all the answers

Which writing phase requires the writer to replace options and reread the sentence for coherence?

Drop-down question type Signup and view all the answers

Which technique is recommended to fix punctuation errors?

Separate independent clauses with a semicolon Signup and view all the answers

When composing a short constructed response, what should the response avoid?

Using text evidence Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Reading Comprehension Strategies

Determine text structure: Identify how information is organized (e.g., cause and effect, problem-solution, chronological order).
Analyze interesting language: Note unusual words or phrases and consider their meaning.
Examine big ideas: Identify central concepts or themes.
Explore author's purpose: Determine why the author wrote the text.
Identify author's craft: Examine how the author uses elements like tone, style, and vocabulary.
Understand author's message/theme: Analyze the main ideas within the work.
Analyze text features: This includes footnotes, captions, graphs, images, etc.
Determine organizational structures: Understanding common structures like cause and effect, problem-solution, or chronological order.
Identify main idea and supporting details: Determine the overarching concept and supporting evidence presented.

Fiction Techniques

Characters: Understand characters' sayings, actions, appearances, thoughts, and reactions.
Setting: Determine the time and place of the story.
Plot/Events: This includes exposition, rising action, climax, falling action, and resolution.
Internal conflict: Character's struggles with inner emotions and thoughts.
External conflict: Challenges the character faces from external forces.
Rising action: Events lead up to the climax.
Climax: The highest tension point.
Falling action: Events following the climax.
Resolution: The outcome of a story.
Themes: The life lessons or messages within a story.
Archetypes: Common characters representing human nature (hero, villain, etc.).
Point of view: Perspective from which the story is told.
Flashback: A scene from the past.
Tone: Author's attitude toward the subject.
Mood: Reader's emotional response to the writing.
Protagonist: The main character.
Antagonist: The character opposing the protagonist.

Poetry Techniques

Title: Initial thoughts about the poem.
Paraphrase: Express the poem in your own words.
Connotation: Understanding the implied meaning of words/phrases.
Attitude: Author's emotion toward the subject.
Shift: Changes in tone, attitude, or structure within the poem.
Tone: Author or speaker's emotional state regarding the subject.
Title: Explore the meaning of the title further.
Figurative language: Metaphors, similes, personification, hyperbole, etc.
Sensory language/imagery: Words appealing to senses (sight, sound, smell, taste, touch).
Rhyme: Similarities in sounds at the end of lines.
Meter: Patterns of syllables that create rhythm.
Rhythm: Repeated patterns of sound in a poem.
Structure: How the poem is organized.

Drama Techniques

Playwright: Author of a play.
Dialogue: Words spoken by characters.
Stage directions: Instructions for actions, expressions, and movements (often italicized).
Acts/Scenes: Divisions within a play.
Characters: Individuals involved in the drama.
Context: Information surrounding the play.
Multiple Choice Strategies (for informational texts): Preview, Process of Elimination, Question/Answer Relationship, Synonyms, and Multi-Part Strategies.

Revision and Editing Strategies

Adding, removing, moving, or substituting: Ways to improve writing.
Combined sentences (no comma splices or run-ons): Writing technique
Transitional words and phrases: Transition between ideas.
DROP-DOWN questions understanding: Replace options and reread and understand the meaning of sentences again.

Short Constructed Response

Understand the prompt: Transform the prompt into a direct question.
Answer the prompt using textual evidence: Cite specific lines or paragraphs to support the answer.
Write a meaningful response: Show an understanding of the text without relying on restating the text.
Support with textual evidence: Include quotations and citations, and provide commentary.

Extended Constructed Response (Essay)

Introduction with thesis statement: Clear introduction with your position presented in a thesis statement.
Body paragraphs: Each paragraph should support the thesis with evidence and commentary.
Topic sentences: Each body paragraph should have a clear statement that connects to the main thesis.
Evidence: Direct quotations and references from the original text.
Commentary: Explanations connecting the evidence to the topic.
Concluding sentence: Summarize the main points of the paragraph and connect it to the overall thesis.
Conclusion: Restate and reinforce the thesis by presenting your overall understanding and takeaways.

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Test your knowledge on essential literary concepts and terminology with this comprehensive quiz. From understanding plot elements to analyzing poetry, this quiz will challenge your comprehension of key literary themes, character roles, and narrative techniques. Perfect for students of literature aiming to strengthen their analytical skills.