For each question, choose the correct answer by marking the letter corresponding to your choice.
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What is the main theme of a story?
- A. The sequence of events
- B. The central idea or message
- C. The characters' names
- D. The setting of the story
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Which of the following elements is NOT part of a story's plot?
- A. Exposition
- B. Climax
- C. Characterization
- D. Resolution
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What is the purpose of the setting in a narrative?
- A. To introduce the main character
- B. To create conflict
- C. To provide the time and place of the story
- D. To conclude the story
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In a story, what is a protagonist?
- A. A character who opposes the main character
- B. The main character facing a conflict
- C. A minor character in the story
- D. A character who provides comic relief
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What does the term "figurative language" refer to?
- A. The literal meaning of words
- B. Words that describe physical appearances
- C. Language that uses figures of speech
- D. The use of simple vocabulary
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Why is it important to identify the author's purpose?
- A. It helps in understanding the characters better
- B. It reveals the intended message behind the text
- C. It makes reading easier
- D. It provides context for the plot
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What is a synonym for the word "calm"?
- A. Anxious
- B. Disturbed
- C. Tranquil
- D. Chaotic
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What is the definition of "foreshadowing"?
- A. A flashback to past events
- B. Hints about what will happen later in the story
- C. The resolution of the story's conflict
- D. Descriptive language that creates imagery
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How can a reader infer the theme of a story?
- A. By looking only at the main character
- B. By analyzing the setting and plot twists
- C. By observing character actions and dialogue
- D. By focusing on the title alone
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What is the effect of using dialogue in a story?
- A. It adds visual descriptions of settings
- B. It builds suspense through action
- C. It develops characters and reveals their personality
- D. It shortens the length of the story