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The setting of a story is only defined by the location the author chooses.
The setting of a story is only defined by the location the author chooses.
False (B)
Temporal setting is a type of setting that focuses on the place of a story.
Temporal setting is a type of setting that focuses on the place of a story.
False (B)
Imagery uses general information to introduce the characters, time, and place to the reader.
Imagery uses general information to introduce the characters, time, and place to the reader.
False (B)
A backdrop setting is characterized by a specific and detailed time and location.
A backdrop setting is characterized by a specific and detailed time and location.
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Character traits can be categorized as physical, emotional, sensational, or moral qualities.
Character traits can be categorized as physical, emotional, sensational, or moral qualities.
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Characters in literature whose traits do not change over time are referred to as dynamic characters.
Characters in literature whose traits do not change over time are referred to as dynamic characters.
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Fiction writing is an art form that always relies exclusively on reality and never on imagination.
Fiction writing is an art form that always relies exclusively on reality and never on imagination.
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Writing style refers to the plot and conflict within a narrative or story.
Writing style refers to the plot and conflict within a narrative or story.
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Imagery is descriptive language used to appeal to the reader's five senses and detract from the reader's enjoyment of a story.
Imagery is descriptive language used to appeal to the reader's five senses and detract from the reader's enjoyment of a story.
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Literary analysis involves critical thinking to achieve a greater understanding of the purpose of a literary passage, and stops at paraphrasing or directly quoting the passage.
Literary analysis involves critical thinking to achieve a greater understanding of the purpose of a literary passage, and stops at paraphrasing or directly quoting the passage.
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Setting comprehension in literary analysis involves gathering information about the setting that is clearly stated within the literature.
Setting comprehension in literary analysis involves gathering information about the setting that is clearly stated within the literature.
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According to Freytag's Pyramid, the falling action is typically the lengthiest part of the story.
According to Freytag's Pyramid, the falling action is typically the lengthiest part of the story.
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The exposition in Freytag's Pyramid is the concluding part of the story where the primary conflicts are resolved.
The exposition in Freytag's Pyramid is the concluding part of the story where the primary conflicts are resolved.
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Fairy tales are very short stories, typically with animals as main characters, that teach a moral lesson about right and wrong.
Fairy tales are very short stories, typically with animals as main characters, that teach a moral lesson about right and wrong.
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A parable is a type of allegory that uses animal characters to deliver a moral lesson, and tends to be indirect with its message.
A parable is a type of allegory that uses animal characters to deliver a moral lesson, and tends to be indirect with its message.
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Study Notes
Setting in Literature
- Setting encompasses time, place, and duration of a story.
- Place can be real or fictional.
- Time can be past, present, or future.
- Authors use details like landscape, climate, and culture to paint a backdrop.
- Imagery and exposition are techniques used to establish setting.
- Imagery: Visually descriptive language.
- Exposition: Introduces characters, time, place, and general information.
Types of Setting
- Backdrop Setting: Vague, simple time and location.
- Temporal Setting: Focuses on the time period.
- Environmental Setting: Focuses on the geographical location.
- Individual Setting: Specific locations and times.
Story Elements
- Characters: People in a story.
- Plot: Essence of the story.
- Conflict: The problem.
- Resolution: How the problem is solved.
- Setting: Time and place of the story.
Character Traits
- Character traits are qualities that make up a person's character.
- Traits can be physical, emotional, mental, or moral.
- Authors indirectly show traits through actions, words, thoughts, and interactions.
- Dynamic characters: Traits change over time.
- Static characters: Traits do not change.
Writing Style
- Writing style is the way a writer uses language.
- Reveals writer's verbal identity and information about story elements.
- Diction: Word choice—formal or informal—influencing reader perspective.
- Figurative language: Imagery, similes, symbolism.
- Imagery helps readers enjoy the story through sensory descriptions.
- Similes: Comparisons using "like" or "as."
- Symbolism: Using a concrete object to represent an abstract idea.
Literary Analysis
- Literary analysis applies critical thinking to a text.
- Examines and interprets the text, rather than summarizing.
- Three components: Comprehension, interpretation, analysis.
- Seven analysis steps: Setting, characters, plot, language use, themes, morals.
- Setting comprehension: Identifies the setting.
- Setting analysis: Uncovers implied information.
- Setting describes where the story happens.
Plot Structure
- Plot encompasses the events, tension, and conflict in a story.
- Freytag's Pyramid: Common plot structure.
- Exposition: Introduces characters and setting.
- Rising Action: Events between conflict start and climax.
- Climax: Peak tension.
- Falling Action: Events after the climax.
- Resolution/Denouement: How conflicts are resolved.
- Common plot themes: Quests, coming-of-age, comedies, tragedies.
Modern Fiction's Sources
- Modern fiction draws from myths, traditional stories (fairy tales, fables), and religious works (especially the Bible).
- Myths: Ancient stories of gods and heroes.
- Traditional stories: Fairy tales and fables.
- Bible: Western religious text.
Allegory
- Allegory uses plot, characters, or setting to convey a larger message.
- Historical allegories: Use actual historical figures or events.
- Conceptual allegories: Use symbolism to comment on abstract ideas.
- Fable: Uses animals as characters.
- Parable: Uses human characters.
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Explore the essential role of setting in storytelling. This quiz covers the different types of settings, including backdrop, temporal, and environmental settings, as well as techniques like imagery and exposition. Test your knowledge of how time and place influence narrative elements such as characters and plot.
