3. A woman discovers an old letter that tells a family secret. It turns out that the wealth the family has enjoyed for generations came from illegal activities. The woman agonizes over whether she should tell the rest of her family, who believe that their ancestors were honest shopkeepers. As she is mulling over this decision, a journalist contacts her. He is writing a newspaper article about the history of local businesses and wants to write about her ancestors. If the woman tells him the truth, it will embarrass her family. If she doesn’t, she will be perpetuating a lie. Finally, she decides not to speak to the journalist. Instead, she writes and publishes an article that reveals the truth about her ancestors and details a plan to use some of the family’s resources to help the community.

Complete the sentence below. Select the correct answers from the lists.

The main character has an internal _________. The __________ of the story comes when a reporter arrives on the scene.
A) conflict
B) resolution
C) plot
D) climax
E) reflection
F) conclusion

4. Amber writes a narrative in which a boy named Caleb gets a job working at a bookstore. While he is working there, he notices Alicia, another employee, stealing money from the cash register. Caleb isn’t sure what to do. He tells himself that perhaps he was mistaken, and Alicia didn’t really take the money. Then he sees her stealing money a second time.

What is the most logical conclusion to this story?
A) The owner of the bookstore decides to sell the business.
B) Alicia decides she doesn’t like working in a bookstore and quits.
C) Caleb confronts Alicia, who admits her guilt and returns the money.
D) A stranger catches Alicia stealing and reports her.

5. Amber writes a narrative in which a boy named Caleb gets a job working at a bookstore. While he is working there, he notices Alicia, another employee, stealing money from the cash register. Caleb isn’t sure what to do. He tells himself that perhaps he was mistaken, and Alicia didn’t really take the money. Then he sees her stealing money a second time.

What tone will Amber most likely use in the conclusion?
A) frightening
B) humorous
C) tragic
D) serious