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Intro to Short Fiction

Question 1
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How might an author use a wartime setting to shape a secondary character’s actions?

Question 2
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Which purpose might an author have for writing a dynamic versus flat supporting characters?

Question 3
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In Emily Brontë’s “Wuthering Heights,” how does Brontë’s choice to tell much of the story through Nelly Dean affect reader engagement with Heathcliff?

Question 4
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What can the reader learn about a character through their dialogue?

Question 5
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What kind of character has few characteristics?

Question 6
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In William Shakespeare's play "Macbeth," which object most clearly symbolizes guilt?

Question 7
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What term describes a narrative where the protagonist is telling the story of their own experiences?

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Question 8
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In literature, how can a foil highlight specific traits or themes associated with a protagonist?

Question 9
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Which type of character typically represents one idea or aspect of society and lacks depth?

Question 10
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What kind of primary conflict does Ralph face during the course of William Golding's 'Lord of the Flies'?