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Types of Conflict and Point of View
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What is the definition of plot as described?

  • A series of unrelated events.
  • An unorganized sequence of actions.
  • An organized, logical series of events having a beginning, middle, and end. (correct)
  • A collection of random thoughts and feelings.

    • Which characterization method involves the author making explicit statements about a character?

  • Implied Characterization
  • Indirect Presentation
  • Narrative Description
  • Direct Presentation (correct)

    • How are round characters defined in the text?

  • Characters with a single trait or quality.
  • Complex characters who can be both likable or unlikable. (correct)
  • Characters who are only likable.
  • Characters whose traits change often.

    • What is an example of indirect presentation of a character provided in the content?

    <p>Makato expresses a desire for adventure.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following characters is mentioned as an example of a flat character?

    <p>An old and cranky retired balloon salesman.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What transformation does Jean Valjean undergo according to the content?

    <p>From ex-convict outcast to a saintly mayor and revolutionary hero.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes flat characters from round characters?

    <p>Flat characters exhibit a single trait or quality.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which character is mentioned as an example of a round character?

    <p>Jean Valjean</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a characteristic feature of a linear plot?

    <p>It progresses from a specific starting point to a conclusion.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of plot structure follows a nonlinear narrative?

    <p>Modular Plot</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What defines an episodic plot?

    <p>It is structured as a series of interconnected chapters or stories.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of conflict arises when a character struggles with another character?

    <p>Man vs Man</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which conflict type is associated with a character battling against societal rules?

    <p>Man vs Society</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of conflict is described as a struggle within oneself?

    <p>Internal Conflict</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of conflict in a plot?

    <p>It serves to connect incidents and drive the plot forward.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which type of conflict does a character's internal struggle occur?

    <p>Man vs Self</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following pronouns is typically used in first-person narrative?

    <p>I</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an example of a Man vs Nature conflict?

    <p>Struggling to survive a hurricane</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which scenario represents a Man vs Supernatural conflict?

    <p>A character fighting against ghostly apparitions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which plot structure would you likely find stories told out of chronological order?

    <p>Modular Plot</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which option best describes episodic plots?

    <p>They contain self-contained stories with related elements.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Man vs Circumstance describe?

    <p>A character battling fate or life's challenges</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What element does 'Falling Action' refer to in a story?

    <p>Events following the climax</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which conflict is depicted in a story where a character must choose between doing the right thing and succumbing to pressure?

    <p>Man vs Self</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of conflict is represented when Scott worries about making the football team?

    <p>Man vs Self</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which point of view uses the pronoun “you” to address the reader directly?

    <p>Second Person</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which literary device involves misdirection to divert attention from the actual plot?

    <p>Red Herring</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What technique is used when a character shares a vision of the past or future?

    <p>Vision</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary narrative perspective when the narrator doesn't directly participate in the story?

    <p>Third Person Omniscient</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What motivates Scott to work hard for football tryouts?

    <p>Fear of failure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What outcome is Scott ecstatic about after the football tryouts?

    <p>Being the starting quarterback</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which pronouns are typically used in Third Person narrative perspective?

    <p>He, she, it, they</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which novel is categorized as horror and features a rabid animal?

    <p>Cujo</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of realistic fiction?

    <p>Contains supernatural elements</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common theme found in 'The Fault in Our Stars'?

    <p>Terminal illness and romance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which book involves a murder investigation led by priests?

    <p>Smaller and Smaller Circles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these novels features alien deities as a central theme?

    <p>The Great Old Ones</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which book deals with the theme of casual relationships?

    <p>Ligo na ü, Lapit na me</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What typically characterizes horror literature?

    <p>Unsettling mood or atmosphere</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what literary genre would you categorize 'The Da Vinci Code' based on its themes?

    <p>Mystery</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Types of Conflict

    • Man vs Man: A character struggles with another character.
    • Man vs Circumstance: A character struggles against fate, or the circumstances of life facing them.
    • Man vs Nature: A character struggles with a force of nature like natural disasters, or animals.
    • Man vs Society: The character fights against social traditions or rules.
    • Man vs Self: The character's struggles take place in their own mind.
    • Man vs Supernatural: A conflict between a character and something that is not normal.
    • Man vs Technology: The protagonist must overcome a machine or technology.

    Point of View (POV)

    • Third Person: The narrator does not participate in the story as a character but lets us know exactly what the characters feel.
    • Second Person: The narrator uses the pronoun “you” to narrate the story.
    • First Person: The story is told by the protagonist or one of the characters who interacts closely with the protagonist.

    Literary Devices

    • Vision: A character shares with the reader a vision of the past or the future to explain a character's motives.
    • Red Herring: It throws the readers off the trail and keeps them guessing until the end.

    Characterization

    • Round Characters: Are complex and have a diverse set of attitudes, behaviors, and beliefs.
    • Flat Characters: Have only a single trait or quality.

    Types of Plot

    • Linear Plot: The plot moves in a chronological order.
    • Modular Plot: Follows a nonlinear narrative, often jumping around in time or between different stories.
    • Episodic Plot: Made up of a series of chapters or stories linked together by the same characters, place, or theme.

    Elements of Plot

    • Exposition: Introduces characters, setting and the main conflict.
    • Rising Action: The events that build up to the climax.
    • Climax: The most exciting moment of the story where conflict reaches its peak.
    • Falling Action: Events that happen after the climax, leading to the resolution.
    • Denouement: The resolution of the conflict.

    Examples of Genres

    • Fantasy: Stories featuring magical elements and creatures.
    • Science Fiction: Stories set in the future and often feature advanced technology.
    • Mystery: Stories involving a crime and intrigue.
    • Realistic Fiction: Stories set in the present day that could happen in real life.
    • Horror: Stories that evoke fear and dread.

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    Explore the various types of conflict in literature, including man vs man, man vs nature, and more. Additionally, learn about different points of view, such as first, second, and third person. Understand how these elements shape storytelling and character development.

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