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What is the definition of a ‘theme’ in literature?
A theme is the central topic, subject, or message within a narrative.
True or False: A protagonist is the main character in a story.
True
Fill in the blank: The __________ is the time and place in which the story occurs.
setting
What is a ‘metaphor’?
A metaphor is a figure of speech that makes a direct comparison between two unrelated things.
Which of the following is a common genre in English literature? (a) Science Fiction (b) Quantum Mechanics (c) Astronomy
a) Science Fiction
What do we call a recurring element that has symbolic significance in a story?
A motif
True or False: Alliteration is the repetition of consonant sounds at the beginning of words.
True
What is the purpose of a ‘literary device’?
Literary devices are techniques used by writers to produce a special effect in their writing.
Identify the author of ‘Pride and Prejudice’.
Jane Austen
Fill in the blank: A __________ is a comparison using ‘like’ or ‘as’.
simile
What is the definition of ‘narrative perspective’?
Narrative perspective refers to the viewpoint from which a story is told.
Which literary period is known for its emphasis on reason and logic? (a) Romanticism (b) Enlightenment (c) Victorian
b) Enlightenment
What is a ‘sonnet’?
A sonnet is a poem of 14 lines, typically written in iambic pentameter.
True or False: An antagonist is the character who opposes the protagonist.
True
What does ‘irony’ mean in literature?
Irony is a contrast between expectation and reality.
Fill in the blank: The __________ is the main idea or underlying meaning of a literary work.
message
Which of the following is NOT a type of conflict? (a) Internal (b) External (c) Emotional
c) Emotional
What is ‘foreshadowing’?
Foreshadowing is a literary device used to give an indication or hint of what is to come later in the story.
Identify the main theme of ‘Romeo and Juliet’.
The theme of love and its consequences.
Fill in the blank: A __________ is a character that does not change throughout the story.
static character
What is a ‘climax’ in a story?
The climax is the point of highest tension in a narrative, where the main conflict reaches a turning point.
True or False: A ‘bildungsroman’ is a coming-of-age story.
True
What is the significance of ‘symbolism’ in literature?
Symbolism uses symbols to represent ideas or qualities, adding deeper meaning to the text.
Identify one major characteristic of Romantic literature.
An emphasis on emotion and individualism.
