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What is the primary purpose of foreshadowing in a story?

  • To show a character's internal thoughts
  • To create confusion for the reader
  • To hint at later events in the narrative (correct)
  • To resolve all conflicts before the climax
  • In a plot structure, what is characterized by the highest point of tension and conflict?

  • Exposition
  • Climax (correct)
  • Rising action
  • Denouement
  • What distinguishes verbal irony from sarcasm?

  • Sarcasm is always sophisticated
  • Verbal irony is a form of dramatic irony
  • Sarcasm always conveys an insult, while verbal irony does not (correct)
  • There is no distinction; they are synonymous
  • Which plot element involves the development and intensification of conflict?

    <p>Rising action</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the denouement of a story typically provide?

    <p>The resolution or outcome of the conflict</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What literary technique interrupts the chronological order of events to present a past scene?

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

    Causality in storytelling primarily relates to what aspect?

    <p>The cause and effect relationships between events</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is NOT a type of irony mentioned?

    <p>Philosophical irony</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which characteristic best defines blank verse?

    <p>It uses iambic pentameter without rhyme.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does characterization primarily involve?

    <p>Conveying a character's personality and attributes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the climax of a story?

    <p>The point where the outcome becomes inevitable.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following represents conflict in a narrative?

    <p>A disagreement between a protagonist and antagonists.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What best describes dramatic irony?

    <p>The audience knows more than the characters.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which technique falls under figurative language?

    <p>Using metaphor to express feelings.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does dialogue serve in a narrative?

    <p>To reveal thoughts and actions of characters.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a foil character typically meant to do?

    <p>Exemplify contrasting traits to highlight another character.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does foreshadowing involve in a narrative?

    <p>Suggesting future events subtly before they happen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes hyperbole?

    <p>An exaggerated description</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What defines iambic pentameter in poetry?

    <p>Lines are constructed with ten syllables in a specific rhythm</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a characteristic feature of hysterical realism?

    <p>Chronic length and manic characters</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is situational irony best defined?

    <p>When the opposite of what is expected occurs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In narrative techniques, what does 'foreshadowing' refer to?

    <p>Hinting at future events</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes a motif from a theme in literature?

    <p>A motif can be expressed in a single word or fragment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an oxymoron?

    <p>A figure of speech that combines contradictory terms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes a frame tale?

    <p>A story that contains multiple narratives organized into one</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What defines 'magic realism' in literature?

    <p>Realistic events with magical overtones</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which example best illustrates a paradox?

    <p>Saying 'best of times, worst of times'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does parallelism in writing aim to achieve?

    <p>To create rhythm within prose or poetry</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a 'picaresque novel' typically about?

    <p>The adventures of a rogue character</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement about 'parody' is true?

    <p>It involves imitating another work to ridicule it</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of an omniscient narrator?

    <p>To provide insight into the thoughts of all characters</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A 'roman a clef' refers to which of the following?

    <p>A novel that reflects real-life events and people</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What impact does sound language have in a narrative?

    <p>It creates a rhythm and musicality to the words.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does paragraph and chapter structure affect a story?

    <p>It can change the pacing and flow of the narrative.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What effect can an author achieve by controlling chronology in a narrative?

    <p>It allows for suspense and surprises in revelation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can allusions enrich a narrative?

    <p>They provide context and depth by connecting to broader themes and ideas.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a characteristic of experimentation in language in literary works?

    <p>The integration of various narrative styles and breaking conventional forms.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does metafiction play in a narrative?

    <p>It emphasizes the storytelling process and narrator's role.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential effect of using dissonance in sound language?

    <p>It can evoke tension or discomfort, enhancing emotional engagement.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can unusual narrative perspectives affect a story?

    <p>They may create unpredictability and provoke thought.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main difference between personification and anthropomorphism?

    <p>Personification involves abstract concepts being represented as humans, whereas anthropomorphism is giving human traits to animals.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the point-of-view in storytelling?

    <p>The mode in which a story is narrated, such as first-person or third-person.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does the protagonist play in a story?

    <p>The character intended for the reader to empathize with.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What effect does repetition have in literary works?

    <p>It emphasizes a particular idea or emotion.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can the setting of a story affect its narrative?

    <p>It influences the tone and atmosphere of the narrative.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which way can abstract concepts be personified?

    <p>By portraying them as human characters exhibiting specific behaviors.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should writers typically avoid when discussing the plot of a story?

    <p>Focusing only on summarizing events.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement is true about the point-of-view in 'Animal Farm'?

    <p>It reflects the experiences of common animals, unaware of the pigs' actions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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