AnswersPMHS English II Q2Analyzing Character, Theme, and Plot in Short Stories

Analyzing Character, Theme, and Plot in Short Stories Answers

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Based on the evidence in this text, what is the best inference about the genii’s motivation?

A
He is motivated by the kindness of mortals.
B
He is motivated by vengeance for how he was treated.
C
He is motivated by his power as the king of the genii.
D
He is motivated by his declaration that he is a generous being.
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Which plot element is missing from the story?

A
climax
B
resolution
C
falling action
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Douban’s pride the king’s anger ✔ the vizir’s envy

A
Douban’s pride
B
the king’s anger
C
✔ the vizir’s envy
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✔ the king rebuking the vizirthe vizir criticizing Douban Douban bowing before the king

A
✔ the king rebuking the vizir
B
the vizir criticizing Douban
C
Douban bowing before the king
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How does the fisherman’s motivation move the plot forward?

A
The fisherman’s determination to outwit the genii results in the climax.
B
The fisherman fears dying slowly and asks a question that results in rising action.
C
The fisherman makes a poorly worded demand, which results in exposition.
D
The fisherman’s anger at the situation leads him to be fearless, causing the climax.
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What is unique about this story?

A
The characters are magical.
B
The setting is in a far-off land.
C
The fate of the vizir is unknown.
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What is the most likely reason why the author does not include a resolution?

A
The author wants to keep the reader or listener engaged.
B
The author wants to create a comparison with a famous Greek tale.
C
The author wants to teach lessons about Arabian cultural practices.
D
The author wants to promote the idea of reason and wisdom over power.

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