Short Story (Leaving Cert English): Quizzes
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How should a short story theme be expressed?
How should a short story theme be expressed?
As a complete sentence or question
What function does the theme serve in a short story?
What function does the theme serve in a short story?
It acts as a thesis statement
How should you build tension and suspense in a short story?
How should you build tension and suspense in a short story?
Use short sentences
What narrative perspective is most commonly used in short stories?
What narrative perspective is most commonly used in short stories?
Third person
What must be maintained throughout a short story regarding verb forms?
What must be maintained throughout a short story regarding verb forms?
Consistency in tense use
How are characters' personalities best revealed in short stories?
How are characters' personalities best revealed in short stories?
Through actions and dialogue
What should be used when setting the scene in the introduction?
What should be used when setting the scene in the introduction?
Sensory details: sights, sounds, smells
When should the conflict be established in the body of the story?
When should the conflict be established in the body of the story?
Early
What keeps the reader engaged in the body of a short story?
What keeps the reader engaged in the body of a short story?
Short, impactful sentences
What happens at the climax of a short story?
What happens at the climax of a short story?
The main conflict is resolved
Why should a short story use varied sentence structure?
Why should a short story use varied sentence structure?
To maintain interest
How many characters are recommended when planning a short story?
How many characters are recommended when planning a short story?
2 characters at most