Plot
Methods of Characterization
Types of Characters
Mixed Bag
Senior Trivia
100
What are the 5 stages of narrative structure? (Correct Order Counts!)
Exposition, Rising Action, Climax, Falling Action, Resolution
100
What does the acronym STEAL stand for?
Speech, Thoughts, Effect on Others, Actions & Looks
100
Define Protagonist and Antagonist
Protagonist: The main character of the story Antagonist: The person who opposes the protagonist
100
What are the 4 types of conflict?
Human vs. Human Human vs. Nature Human vs. Society Human vs. Self
100
Who are your class and student body presidents?
Class: Cassandra Student Body: Evan
200
What happens during the climax stage of narrative/plot structure?
The turning point, and most intense moment in the story, either emotionally or through action.
200
What is the STEAL method used to do?
Analyze indirect characterization in order to gain depth of knowledge/understanding about important characters.
200
Define a flat character & provide an example from literature, film, television, theatre, etc.
--Defined by very few character traits. --Lacks a realistic personality. --Often a stereotype.
200
Define Conflict
Conflict is the dramatic struggle between two forces in a story. Without conflict, there is no plot.
200
What is the date and location of your senior luncheon?
Wednesday, March 19th @ PF Changs
300
What happens during the exposition stage of narrative structure?
It is the start of the story before the action begins-- typically where the author sets the scene and introduces characters to the viewer/reader.
300
What is direct characterization?
When the author directly tells their audience about some aspect of a character's identity/personality.
300
Define a round character & provide an example from literature, film, television, theatre, etc.
--A complex individual incapable of being easily defined. --They are realistic and have a depth of personality.
300
Define point of view and name the 3 main types of POV.
Point of view is the perspective from which a story is told. The 3 main types of POV are first person, second person, and third person.
300
What are the 2 days of the Spring semester that you are allowed to come to school, check-in, and leave after 2nd period?
Prom & Graduation
400
What happens during the rising AND falling action stage in narrative structure?
Rising= Suspense mounts, builds up to the climax. Falling= All of the actions taking place after the climax-- leads up to the text's resolution.
400
What is indirect characterization?
When the writer shows the audience that a character is a certain way through their actions and/or behaviors.
400
Define a dynamic character & provide an example from literature, film, television, theatre, etc.
--Significantly changes throughout the course of the story. --Protagonist is almost always dynamic.
400
What pronouns are use to distinguish between the 3 main types of POV?
1st: "I" or "We" 2nd: "You" 3rd: "He" "She" "They" "Them"
400
What are the venues for prom and graduation?
Prom: Biltmore Hotel Graduation: Wilshire Ebell
500
"And they all lived happily ever after.." is an example of what?
Resolution
500
Without naming who your subject is, indirectly characterize a person in this room using all 5 parts of STEAL.
Answers Vary
500
Define a static character & provide an example from literature, film, television, theatre, etc.
--Does not undergo significant change. --Supporting characters are often static.
500
What are the pros and cons of telling a story in 1st person? Name 2 pros and 2 cons.
Answers May Vary
500
What time must you arrive to graduation, fully dressed and ready to go by?
3:00 pm
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