Understanding Characterization in Literature

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What does Fitzgerald use Tom Buchanan's reactions to show the reader?

That Tom is an immoral man (correct)

That Tom is a shy man

That Tom is a moral man

That Tom is a kind man

What is the reaction of the other party goers when Tom slaps Myrtle?

They try to stop Tom

They sit idly by and watch (correct)

They cheer and applaud

They join in and start fighting

What does the reaction of the people who saw the slap show readers about Tom?

That Tom is a kind and gentle man

That Tom is a terrible and immoral person (correct)

That Tom is a shy and reserved person

That Tom is a respected member of society

In The Scarlet Ibis, what does the Mama's response to the narrator's actions reveal about their relationship?

That the narrator is clumsy and the Mama is assertive Signup and view all the answers

What does a character's speech reveal about them according to the passage?

Their intelligence and education level Signup and view all the answers

What does the passage say about the use of speech in indirect characterization?

Speech is one way that authors can do indirect characterization Signup and view all the answers

According to the passage, what does a character speaking in a nervous or shy way reveal about them?

That they have an introverted personality Signup and view all the answers

What does the passage say about the use of 'all of the above' and 'none of the above' options in multiple choice questions?

They should be avoided as they are not plausible distractors Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of the distractors in a multiple choice question according to the passage?

To represent common student misconceptions Signup and view all the answers

What is the key advice given in the passage for writing the stem (question) of a multiple choice question?

The stem should not contain irrelevant material Signup and view all the answers

How does F. Scott Fitzgerald use Tom Buchanan's actions to convey his immorality in The Great Gatsby?

By having Tom slap Myrtle in front of a crowd without any remorse Signup and view all the answers

In what way do the reactions of the people who witnessed Tom slapping Myrtle demonstrate Tom's character?

People sitting idly by and not intervening Signup and view all the answers

What insight can be gained about a character's relationship based on their speech, according to the text?

Their assertiveness and demand for respect Signup and view all the answers

How do characters' reactions to an event provide insight into the characters themselves?

They show their indifference or empathy Signup and view all the answers

What does a character's rude speech reveal about them, as discussed in the passage?

Their confidence and assertiveness Signup and view all the answers

Why is it significant that the onlookers at the party did not intervene when Tom slapped Myrtle?

To highlight the bystander effect Signup and view all the answers

What does a character speaking in a shy and quiet way reveal about them, according to the passage?

Their nervousness or reserved nature Signup and view all the answers

What can a character's speaking style suggest about their personality, based on the passage?

Their emotional state at that moment Signup and view all the answers