Question 5 • CA-Common Core English Language Arts 10
What are the characteristics of archetypes? Check all that apply.They are models or patterns for characters, situations, or settings.They are characters who experience specific or very unique situations.They describe characters’ detailed thoughts, feelings, and actions.They portray aspects of basic human nature.They depict universal experiences.
Answer
A
They are models or patterns for characters, situations, or settings.
B
They are characters who experience specific or very unique situations.
C
They describe characters’ detailed thoughts, feelings, and actions.
D
They portray aspects of basic human nature.
E
They depict universal experiences.
Explanation
Archetypes are recurring models or patterns for characters, situations, or settings, so A is correct. They reflect basic aspects of human nature and experiences that people can recognize across cultures, making D and E correct. B and C are not defining characteristics: archetypes are not limited to characters in unique situations or to detailed descriptions of an individual character’s thoughts and actions.
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