"Charles" by Shirley Jackson - Test Review
What does SOLEMNLY mean?
In a serious, formal manner; acting with deep sincerity.
What is VERBAL IRONY?
When you say one thing but mean the opposite; sarcasm.
Mood is the reader's feelings or reactions to the story. What words would describe the mood of this story?
curious and amusing
Tone is the author's or narrator's attitude about the story. What words would describe the tone of this story.
light hearted and informal
What does CYNICAL mean?
Expressing doubt as to whether something will happen or whether it is worthwhile.
What is the point of view of the story?
1st Person
What is foreshadowing?
A narrative device that hints at coming events; often builds suspense or anxiety in the reader.
What does LAPSE mean?
A temporary failure of concentration, memory, or judgment; a weak or careless decline from previously high standards.
What does SIMULTANEOUS mean?
At the same time.
Describe the major conflict.
Charles is thought to be a bad influence on Laurie since his behavior becomes more rude at home.
Describe the inciting event.
Laurie comes home on his first day and tells his parents about the bad boy "Charles" in school.
Describe what happens in the exposition.
Laurie confidently swaggers off to kindergarten without saying or waving goodbye to his mother.
Describe the rising action.
Laurie seems to look up to Charles and continues to bring home stories about the insolent boy who does terrible things, such as kick the teacher and say bad words. Laurie's parents are very curious about Charles and can't wait to hear what Laurie has to report.
Who is the narrator of the story?
Laurie's mother
What is the genre of the short story?
Realistic Fiction
Who is the author of the short story?
Shirley Jackson
What does REFORMATION mean?
The process of making changes for the better; improvement.
Describe the climax?
The teacher tells Laurie's mother that they don't have a Charles in their kindergarten.
Describe the resolution?
There isn't one
Describe the falling action?
There isn't one.
What does PRIMLY mean?
To act in a stiffly formal manner.
What does RAUCOUS mean?
To make a harsh or loud noise.
What does RENOUNCE mean?
To refuse to abide by or follow any longer; deny, reject, abandon or wash ones and of.
What does INSOLENT mean?
To show a rude and arrogant lack of respect.
What is DRAMATIC IRONY?
When the audience knows something the characters do not.
What is SITUATIONAL IRONY?
When the outcome is the opposite of what is expected.
What is the proper way to write the title of the short story?
put quotes around the title - "Charles"
