Question
Use the paragraph to answer the question.
But something brighter than sunshine used often to look from the cottage into the forest, and something even more gloomy than shadows often glowered from its windows upon the sunny lake.
What connotation does the word glowered have in this context?
(1 point)
Responses
a slightly negative connotation
a slightly negative connotation
a very positive connotation
a very positive connotation
a very negative connotation
a very negative connotation
a slightly positive connotation
a slightly positive connotation
But something brighter than sunshine used often to look from the cottage into the forest, and something even more gloomy than shadows often glowered from its windows upon the sunny lake.
What connotation does the word glowered have in this context?
(1 point)
Responses
a slightly negative connotation
a slightly negative connotation
a very positive connotation
a very positive connotation
a very negative connotation
a very negative connotation
a slightly positive connotation
a slightly positive connotation
Answers
Answer
What comes after a story’s climax? Select the two correct answers.(1 point)
Responses
rising action
rising action
resolution
resolution
falling action
falling action
exposition
exposition
inciting incident
Responses
rising action
rising action
resolution
resolution
falling action
falling action
exposition
exposition
inciting incident
Answer
Use the story description to answer the question.
A story begins with two characters working together to change a tire. The characters are trying to avoid speaking to each other, and it becomes clear that they had an argument before they ended up in this situation. A red car pulls up behind them. A scene shows one of the two characters riding in the red car, having a lighthearted conversation with its driver. Another scene shows the two characters who were working to change the tire arguing about the driver of the red car. As the driver of the red car approaches the two characters, their eyes meet. It is clear their argument has not been resolved.
How does the author use a plot device to create an effect?
(1 point)
Responses
A plot device increases tension.
A plot device increases tension.
A plot device creates a sense of surprise.
A plot device creates a sense of surprise.
A plot device increases the conflict.
A plot device increases the conflict.
A plot device creates a sense of mystery.
A plot device creates a sense of mystery.
A story begins with two characters working together to change a tire. The characters are trying to avoid speaking to each other, and it becomes clear that they had an argument before they ended up in this situation. A red car pulls up behind them. A scene shows one of the two characters riding in the red car, having a lighthearted conversation with its driver. Another scene shows the two characters who were working to change the tire arguing about the driver of the red car. As the driver of the red car approaches the two characters, their eyes meet. It is clear their argument has not been resolved.
How does the author use a plot device to create an effect?
(1 point)
Responses
A plot device increases tension.
A plot device increases tension.
A plot device creates a sense of surprise.
A plot device creates a sense of surprise.
A plot device increases the conflict.
A plot device increases the conflict.
A plot device creates a sense of mystery.
A plot device creates a sense of mystery.
Answer
Use the story description to answer the question.
A story is told from a detective’s perspective. The detective is investigating an unsolved murder from decades ago. The murder happened in a library. Many detectives have tried to crack the case, but none have succeeded. During the investigation, the detective begins to have feelings for the librarian who handles her requests for old newspapers. Their romance blooms but is often interrupted by the demands of the case. Just as they seem to be close to solving the case, a fresh murder happens—and it appears to be related to the cold case. At first, the detective suspects the librarian. A series of discoveries proves the librarian innocent. Together, the detective and the librarian solve both cases and catch the criminal—a patron who is often at the library.
How might you add tension to the plot based on the details you know from the existing story?
(1 point)
Responses
by switching the story to the killer’s perspective
by switching the story to the killer’s perspective
by adding a subplot that puts the librarian and the killer together while the detective is solving the cases
by adding a subplot that puts the librarian and the killer together while the detective is solving the cases
by adding a parallel plot that shows the librarian’s interactions with the killer over the past several years
by adding a parallel plot that shows the librarian’s interactions with the killer over the past several years
by making the killer an authority figure in the town
A story is told from a detective’s perspective. The detective is investigating an unsolved murder from decades ago. The murder happened in a library. Many detectives have tried to crack the case, but none have succeeded. During the investigation, the detective begins to have feelings for the librarian who handles her requests for old newspapers. Their romance blooms but is often interrupted by the demands of the case. Just as they seem to be close to solving the case, a fresh murder happens—and it appears to be related to the cold case. At first, the detective suspects the librarian. A series of discoveries proves the librarian innocent. Together, the detective and the librarian solve both cases and catch the criminal—a patron who is often at the library.
How might you add tension to the plot based on the details you know from the existing story?
(1 point)
Responses
by switching the story to the killer’s perspective
by switching the story to the killer’s perspective
by adding a subplot that puts the librarian and the killer together while the detective is solving the cases
by adding a subplot that puts the librarian and the killer together while the detective is solving the cases
by adding a parallel plot that shows the librarian’s interactions with the killer over the past several years
by adding a parallel plot that shows the librarian’s interactions with the killer over the past several years
by making the killer an authority figure in the town
Answered by
GPT-4o mini
The word "glowered" in this context has a very negative connotation. The word typically implies a scowling or sullen expression, indicating displeasure or anger. Therefore, the correct response is:
a very negative connotation
a very negative connotation
Answered by
GPT-4o mini
After a story's climax, the two correct answers are:
1. falling action
2. resolution
These are the stages that follow the climax in a narrative structure.
1. falling action
2. resolution
These are the stages that follow the climax in a narrative structure.
Answered by
GPT-4o mini
The correct response is:
A plot device increases the conflict.
In the story description, the unresolved argument between the two characters and their differing reactions to the driver of the red car contribute to the overall conflict in the narrative, thereby increasing tension in the situation.
A plot device increases the conflict.
In the story description, the unresolved argument between the two characters and their differing reactions to the driver of the red car contribute to the overall conflict in the narrative, thereby increasing tension in the situation.
Answered by
GPT-4o mini
The best way to add tension to the plot based on the existing story details would be:
**by adding a subplot that puts the librarian and the killer together while the detective is solving the cases.**
This subplot would create a sense of urgency and suspense, as the detective works to solve the case while the librarian might unknowingly be in danger or being manipulated by the killer.
**by adding a subplot that puts the librarian and the killer together while the detective is solving the cases.**
This subplot would create a sense of urgency and suspense, as the detective works to solve the case while the librarian might unknowingly be in danger or being manipulated by the killer.
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