What should the closing lines of a story accomplish?

Question

Select the two correct answers.

(1 point)
Responses

Readers should understand what set the story in motion.
Readers should understand what set the story in motion.

Readers should understand the theme of the story.
Readers should understand the theme of the story.

Readers should understand what motivated the writer to craft the story.
Readers should understand what motivated the writer to craft the story.

Readers should understand what happened in the story.
Readers should understand what happened in the story.

Readers should understand the goals that motivate each character.

Answer 1

The two correct answers for what the closing lines of a story should accomplish are:

1. Readers should understand the theme of the story.
2. Readers should understand what happened in the story.

Answer 2

1 | A. follows from story events and character development B. conveys the significance of events through reflection C. resolves the central conflict
2 | D The events show that it is human nature to see what one expects to see if one refuses to look beyond it.
3| A Readers should understand what happened in the story. E Readers should understand the theme of the story.
4 | B Nell exposes the lie and proves that Hamish is innocent, allowing the friends to compete against each other.
5 | B Yvonne follows her teacher’s advice, which helps her group get a good grade on the project.

Answer 3

It looks like you're categorizing different statements or descriptions related to the outcomes or themes of a story. Based on the context you've provided, here's a breakdown of the possible assessments:

1. A. follows from story events and character development (this relates to how a resolution should conclude logically from the narrative)
2. D. The events show that it is human nature to see what one expects to see if one refuses to look beyond it. (this conveys a theme of perception)
3. A. Readers should understand what happened in the story. E. Readers should understand the theme of the story. (clarifying what readers need to grasp about the plot and theme)
4. B. Nell exposes the lie and proves that Hamish is innocent, allowing the friends to compete against each other. (this describes a resolution to a central conflict)
5. B. Yvonne follows her teacher’s advice, which helps her group get a good grade on the project. (this indicates a positive outcome due to following guidance)

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