Plot (EOC III Practice)

How does the setting contribute to the development of the events in this play?

Being at a party causes the brothers to go outside and talk to each other.

How does the setting impact the plot of the passage?

Being in the college dormitory makes it possible for the girls to bond and converse.

How does Ben's persistence contribute to the comic resolution of the story?

Ben is finally headed to financial success with writing.

How does John begin to deal with the burden of realization about his father?

He relives the memories of abandonment to be firm in his decision of walking away from his father.

How does the way Caley is introduced in the play affect the plot?

Her presence in the background is the reason for Colter's inspiration.

How does Raelf contribute to the problem Ben is facing?

His questioning of Ben's future further intensifies Ben's fears.

Which sentence best foreshadows the passage's tragic resolution?

In this unnerved—in this pitiable condition—I feel that the period will sooner or later arrive when I must abandon life and reason together, in some struggle with the grim phantasm, FEAR." . . .

Why is Edna's fall important to the plot?

It brings her children closer together.

Why is the new wheelchair important to the plot?

It changes Colter's mood from negative to positive.

In this selection, Devon develops confidence to share his feelings with Tasha. How does this contribute to the plot?

It creates a conflict between Tasha and Lori.

How does the weather affect the plot of the story?

It makes Rob's being late for the meeting seem even crueler.

"There may be devilish things behind every tree," said Goodman Brown to himself; and he glanced fearfully behind him, as he added, "What if the devil himself should be at my very elbow!" In which two ways does this excerpt contribute to the plot?

It marks a shift in the demeanor of Young Goodman Brown. It emphasizes Young Goodman Brown's struggle between good and evil.

Read this sentence from the story.John and his mother tried hard to fake a smile as he left to meet his father.How is it significant to the ending of the story?

It prepares the reader for the unpleasant meeting between John and his father.

What happens when Anushree explains to Susma how the little girl was found?

Susma, more confident about the little girl's identity, begins to approach her.

Which of these lines from the play best shows the development of Gomez as a sensitive character?

Take Ava away before she sees me cry.

Which of these is the main conflict in the play?

Tasha and Lori misunderstand Devon's intentions.

The way the author ends the story implies that

Tess and Totsy are facing a test of their friendship.

The text supports which of the following conclusions?

The Milvain family is experiencing financial problems.

What is the significance of the setting to the plot of the story?

The library makes Ian's losing his temper seem more uncomfortable for Natalie.

Which of these developments is important to the comedic resolution of the story?

The little girl shows strong emotions toward Susma.

Which statement from the text best supports the idea that Akaky is unable to adapt to new situations?

This cost him such an effort that it threw him into a regular perspiration: he mopped his brow and said at last, "No, better let me copy something."

Which of these is a conflict in the story?

Totsy is often lost in her own world.

Based on the information in the text, the father can best be described as

serious.

Which of the following elements of the text best supports the idea that the author is trying to build suspense?

the description of a stain that resembles a bloody human form

Which character contributes to the comedic resolution of the play?

Doug, because he seeks forgiveness

There is evidence in the text to support which of the following conclusions?

Dr. Trent is knowledgeable about heart disease.

Which of the following statements from the passage best supports the conclusion that Professor Challenger is arrogant?

"Yes, you certainly manage to distract me from work the importance of which your mind is incapable of understanding."

Which of these reflects that Matt and Casey resent Doug before the conflict is resolved?

"Yes, your monetary donations loved us very much."

Which of these is a development in the story?

A publisher shows a promising interest in Ben's story.

There is evidence in the text to support which of the following conclusions?

Akaky's obsession with his work affects his life outside the office.

Which of the following statements is best supported by the text?

Astafi is disgusted by the act of theft but feels compassion for some thieves.

Which conclusion about John Clayton is supported by evidence in the passage?

Clayton is hesitant, arguing with himself and then with his wife about what his duty ought to be.

Which of the following can be concluded from the dialogue in the passage?

Clayton is willing to defer to Lady Alice's opinion in approaching their circumstances.

What does the comedic resolution of this play most likely predict?

Colter is going to try harder to compete in the Olympics.

Which of the following happens in the exposition of the play?

Dwayne explains to Dylan the reason for quitting law school.

Which of these developments most importantly contributes to the tragic resolution of the play?

Devon fails to wait to talk to Tasha alone.

Which sentence best shows how Hester Prynne's silence contributes to the plot?

Discerning the impracticable state of the poor culprit's mind, the elder clergyman, who had carefully prepared himself for the occasion, addressed to the multitude a discourse on sin, in all its branches, but with continual reference to the ignominious letter.

Thank you for never judging me and making me feel bad about myself.Why is this line important to the plot?

It explains why Dwayne openly expresses his insecurities to Dylan.

The character of Dylan speaks little throughout the play. How does this influence the plot?

It gives Dwayne an opportunity to reveal his feelings, fears, and ambitions.

Read the stage directions again. How does Deb's description influence the plot?

It helps explain why Bianca tries to protect her.

Why is the last paragraph of the story important to the plot?

It shows that Alisha overhears the conversation about her.

An apology is not going to cut it this time, Ian realized.Why is this part of the story important to the plot?

It shows that Ian realizes the impact of his outburst.

As the little boy told stories about his grand birthday party and adventures in the park with his father, John felt that his heart was turning into ice.How does this part of the story contribute to the plot?

It shows why John begins to resent his father.

In the passage "Glories," what are two ways that paragraph 5 contributes to the aesthetic impact of the passage?

It uses vivid imagery to tell the readers how the children enjoyed playing with the glories. It uses sensory language to describe the bond between Laura and Donald.

Which statement from the text best supports the idea that the narrator is affected by the old lady's fears?

It was all very ridiculous but I did not feel comfortable.

Which of the following statements is best supported by the passage?

John is working as a teamster because he was wounded as a soldier at Gettysburg.

Which of these characters plays the most important role in the comic resolution of the play?

Julio, because he convinces his father

The text implies which of the following?

Lizzie is experienced at handling a boat on the river.

Which of the following is developed in the story?

Stacy's feelings of optimism regarding her career

Which of these is a development in the story?

Pedro looks at the photograph of his wife.

which of the following best supports the conclusion that Mrs. Threadgall is self-absorbed?

She assumes everyone will know that her husband is deceased.

How does Deb contribute to the events in the story?

She creates a conflict between Jake and Bianca.

What is the source of Deb's problem?

She finds dealing with her scar as a former beauty queen difficult.

How does Deepa begin to change her friends' minds?

She helps them relate to Alisha's state of being misunderstood.

The little girl in the story is described as being "quiet." Why is this character attribute important to the plot of the story?

She is unwanted by the people seeking to adopt kids and is found by her aunt in the orphanage.

Stacy is described as "sentimental." How does this character attribute affect the plot?

Stacy changes the tone of conversation between the girls to a serious one.

Which of these is a contributing factor to the central conflict in the story?

Stacy's father is injured and requires her help on the farm.

Which of the following conclusions is supported by evidence in the passage?

The boy has stayed out of the war to support his mother while his father is fighting.

Think about how Eva's mother is introduced in the story. How does this influence the plot?

The fact that she is deceased causes Pedro to soften up on Eva.

The text implies which of the following?

The narrator feels intimidated by Professor Challenger.

Which conclusion can be supported by the information in the text?

The narrator is bored with life, and this influences his decision to let the stranger into his flat.

What is the source of Deepa's disagreement with her friends?

They ridicule her studious sister in her home.

How does the ending of the story impact the plot?

The suspenseful ending makes the reader imagine Natalie's response.

Laura hears the morning glories complain.

adds a psychological dimension

The information in the first and second paragraphs of the text implies that the thief is

bold

Based on the information in the text, Dr. Trent can best be described as

forthright.

Based on the information in the passage, Lady Alice can best be described as

honorable and brave.

The third paragraph is important to the story because

it shows how important Tess' help is for Totsy.

Based on the information in the text, Akaky's colleagues can best be described as

observant.

Based on the information in the text, the narrator can best be described as

optimistic

The stranger's conversation and actions in the text reveal that he is

paranoid

Maud states that Jasper has a "selfish way of looking at things." However, the text shows that Jasper thinks his attitude is

pragmatic.

According to the text, the narrator and the guests at the dinner party are concerned with which of the following?

preventing Mr. Candy from making an embarrassing mistake

Donald demands to play with the glories.

provides comic relief

Laura wishes she had a new plaything.

reveals key details about a character