Quiz One

Question 1

Define short story ?

Answer 1

A brief fictional prose narrative that is shorter than a novel and that
usually deals with only a few characters.

Question 2

What are the characteristics of short story ?

Answer 2

• It has only a few scenes .
• It has one or two significant episodes.
• Conveys a single effect.
• It clearly proceeds towards the goal

Question 3

When did short story got recognized as a distinct form of literature?

Answer 3

19th century

Question 4

What are fables?

Answer 4

Short narratives are often filled with animals or
even objects that can talk and act like humans.

Question 5

What’s the aim of fables?

Answer 5

Fables teach us valuable lessons, usually through
a moral that comes at the end.

Question 6

Give an example of a famous fable?

Answer 6

For example, in Aesop’s famous fable, “The
Tortoise and the Hare,

Question 7

Define parables ?

Answer 7

wise stories featuring humans and real-life situations.

Question 8

Describe parables?

Answer 8

parables are all about drawing analogies to teach deeper
moral or spiritual lessons.

Question 9

Give an example of a well-known parable?

Answer 9

One well-known parable is the biblical story of the Good
Samaritan, illustrating kindness and compassion toward
others, regardless of their background

Question 10

Whta are the key elements of short story ?

Answer 10

1. Characters
   2.setting
   3.plot
   4.atmosphere

Question 11

What are the plot structure of short story?

Answer 11

1)Exposition

2 )Provocative Incident
3 )Rising Action
4 )Climax
5 )Falling Action
6 )Resolution

Question 12

Define exposition?

Answer 12

The beginning of the story where the setting, characters, and initial situation are introduced.

Question 13

Define the provocative incident?

Answer 13

The event that sets the story in motion, creating a problem or conflict.

Question 14

Define the raising action?

Answer 14

The development of the conflict, building tension and complexity.

Question 15

What is the climax?

Answer 15

The turning point of the story, where the main character faces a critical decision.

Question 16

Define the falling action?

Answer 16

The story starts to wind down, resolving the conflict or dealing with its aftermath.

Question 17

What is resolution?

Answer 17

The final outcome of the story, providing closure and revealing the consequences

Question 18

What are the three types of characters?

Answer 18

Protagonist

Antagonist

Supporting Characters

Question 19

What is protagonist?

Answer 19

The main character, often the one
readers empathize with or root for.

Question 20

What is antagonist?

Answer 20

The character or force that opposes
the protagonist, creating conflict.

Question 21

What is supporting characters?

Answer 21

Characters who play secondary roles,
contributing to the overall
development of the story.

Question 22

Elements of short story ?

Answer 22

Characters
Setting
Atmosphere
Plot
Theme
Point of view
Tone and style
Conflict

Question 23

What are the types of themes and define each?

Answer 23

Central Message
Universal themes

Question 24

What is central message?

Answer 24

The underlying message or idea that the story conveys, the broader
meaning or lesson.

Question 25

What is universal themes?

Answer 25

Themes that resonate with a wide range of readers and are relevant beyond the specific story

Question 26

Point of view types and define each?

Answer 26

First Person The story is narrated by one of the characters, using "I" or "we." Third Person Limited The narrator is an external observer who knows the thoughts and feelings of one character. Third Person Omniscient The narrator has full knowledge of the thoughts, feelings, and actions of all characters

Question 27

What is tone?

Answer 27

The author's attitude or emotional expression in the narrative.

Question 28

What is style ?

Answer 28

The author's distinctive way of writing, including their use of language, sentence structure, and literary devices

Question 29

What are the types of conflict?

Answer 29

Internal conflict External conflict

Question 30

What is internal conflict?

Answer 30

A struggle within a character's mind or emotions, often involving moral dilemmas or conflicting desires.

Question 31

What is external conflict?

Answer 31

A conflict between the protagonist and an external force, such as another character, nature, society, or a situation.

Question 32

What steps to follow for analyzing a short story ?

Answer 32

1) Author Biography 2) Plot Summary 3) Character Analysis 4) Theme Analysis 5) Style Analysis 6) Critical Overview

Question 34

Who is oscar wilde?

Answer 34

Well-known Irish playwright, poet, and storyteller of the Victorian era, known for his wit and brilliance.

Question 35

Major themes of the model millionaire story?

Answer 35

Wealth The importance of financial status in Victorian society Morality and Beauty The balance between inner virtues and outer appearances Class consciousness The stratification of society and its impact on relationships

Question 36

What the title refers to in the model millionaire?

Answer 36

The title refers to Baron Hausberg, who is both a model (posing for a portrait) and a role model due to his generosity.

Question 38

What was oscar wilde infamous for?

Answer 38

He was infamous for his disregard to morality.

Question 39

Where did oscare wilde graduated from ?

Answer 39

From oxford and then he moved to london where he established himself as a literary figure by publishing poems

Question 40

Why was he imprisoned?

Answer 40

On charges of indecency, which resulted in his writing a poem ‘the ballad of reading goal’

Question 41

What are his thoughts abt art?

Answer 41

Believed art should be appreciated for its beauty alone

Question 42

When did wilde published the first collection of poetry?

Answer 42

1881

Question 43

What was the only novel he wrote ?

Answer 43

The Picture of Dorian Gray".