Archetypes and Stereotypes
True or False: This sentence correctly describes an archetype used in literature
"It fits a pattern that was established long ago."
True.
Archetypes are story elements that appear in the literature of all cultures, and in all historical eras.
The hero’s actions often show _______, which are lessons or big ideas for the reader.
Themes
What is a collaborative discussion?
A collaborative discussion is a conversation where people work together to share ideas, listen to one another, ask questions, and build on each other’s thinking to better understand a topic
What is a novel?
A novel is a long work of fiction (a made-up story) that usually has many chapters, developed characters, a plot with a problem and resolution, and sometimes themes or messages.
What punctuation marks are used to separate ideas or items in a list within one sentence?
Commas
True or False: A stereotype is a common belief about a group of people that is often not true for everyone in that group.
True
What character archetype represents someone who opposes the hero and creates conflict?
The villain
What is textual evidence?
What you use from the text to support your opinion during a discussion.
____________ have more than one theme and can be understood differently by different readers.
True or False: Using longer and more complex sentences are examples of writing in formal style
True
Which character archetype is wise and gives advice to help the hero succeed?
The mentor
What story elements are part of the hero’s journey?
a weapon or ability, a guide or mentor, some kind of test and trial, and etc.
What kind of characteristics make up a successful collaborative discussion?
Being polite to each other and preparing yourself to share opinions in a respectful manner.
True or False: Authors don't have to introduce the conflict early in a short story. They can dedicate half of the story for the exposition before diving into the conflict.
False.
When writing a short story, authors must introduce the conflict of the story within the first few paragraphs because of how short the story will be.
What type of noun always starts with a capital letter because it names a specific person, place, or thing?
A proper noun
Why do people who study literature think of the hero’s journey as an archetype?
It appears in stories from all cultures and across all ages.
In what part of the story does the hero face a moment of their greatest danger or decision?
The climax
When you disagree with someone’s point of view, how should you word your response to him or her?
"I can see your point, but I disagree."
"I understand why you feel that way, but I have a different opinion."
"I respect your point of view, but I think..."
How are short stories often different from novels?
Nearly all novels spend several pages or chapters at the beginning providing exposition details. In a short story, parts of the exposition may appear anywhere in the story―not necessarily at the beginning.
What type of sentences can be improved by splitting them up into shorter ones to better the flow in writing?
Run-on sentences
How are archetypes and stereotypes similar and how are they different?
Both archetypes and stereotypes are story elements that appear in one story after another and fit an established model. However, characters that fit stereotypes are flat and seem to have only one aspect to their personality. Archetypal characters are more complex and well-rounded, with many traits that may even contradict each other.
What are the three main stages of the hero’s journey?
The three stages are Departure, Transformation, and Return
What should everyone do to feel heard and respected in a group discussion?
Take turns speaking, listen respectfully, and respond to other's ideas and opinions politely.
What steps should you take to find textual evidence for your opinions about a novel?
You should review your questions and answers, then scan likely passages for key words. Also, jot down plot events surrounding textual evidence so you can tell your peers at what point in the novel the quote occurs.
What specific pronoun always needs a capital letter, no matter where it is in a sentence?
The word "I"