1.09 Unit Test: Narrative Techniques And Structure - Part 1

It allows the reader to get to know each character.
Explanation: O. Henry's use of third-person narration in After Twenty Years" affects the story in a number of ways. First, it allows the reader to see the events of the story from the perspective of an omniscient narrator, which gives the reader a more complete understanding of the events of the story. Second, it allows O. Henry to use a more formal, objective tone in the story, which helps to create a sense of suspense and tension. Finally, it allows O. Henry to focus on the internal thoughts and emotions of the characters, which helps to create a more emotionally powerful story."

It creates a sense of surprise by having the newly arrived character speak with short phrases and exclamations.

Part A The author includes a flashback that details the narrator's interactions with and views on his aunt. Part B "I had seen Aunt Gertrude more in the past two years than I had ever before in my life, and she could be terrifying, often wearing a mean scowl on her deeply lined face."
Explanation: In the passage's exposition, the author provides readers with important information about Aunt Gertrude by describing her physical appearance and her personality. The sentence from the exposition that best illustrates the function of this part of the story is Aunt Gertrude was a large woman with a booming voice." This sentence provides readers with important information about Aunt Gertrude's physical appearance, which helps readers to understand her personality."

It raises questions about what Great-Aunt Gertrude is sorry for.

It adds surprise to the story when the aunt's true generosity is revealed.
Explanation: The author's use of foreshadowing in describing the aunt's past work as a governess affects the story by hinting at the aunt's possible dark secrets. The aunt's work as a governess may have included abuse or other dark deeds, which the author hints at through the aunt's description of her work. This foreshadowing builds suspense and allows the reader to anticipate the aunt's possible dark secrets.

Part A to limit reader access to the thoughts, feelings, and memories of all characters except Bella Part B Isabella doesn't know that Alejandro used to call her grandmother "Bella" until Abuela reveals it to her.
Explanation: The author uses the first-person point of view in this story to create a more personal connection with the reader. The reader is able to see the events of the story through the eyes of the narrator, which allows for a more intimate understanding of the characters and their experiences. The evidence from the story that shows the impact of the first-person narrator is the way that the reader is able to feel the emotions of the characters. The first-person point of view allows the reader to empathize with the characters and to understand their motivations.

It serves as a turning point as it is revealed that the letters were intended for Abuela, not Bella.
Explanation: The climax is the turning point of the story, when the protagonist overcomes the antagonist. This usually has a positive impact on the story, as the protagonist is able to achieve their goal.

The narrator says that her grandmother loves drama.
Explanation: The author makes this story comical by making the characters seem foolish and by making the situations seem absurd.

Bella admits she is embarrassed when Mateo finds her following him.
Explanation: The author shows that Bella is a reliable narrator by having her tell the story from her own perspective. This allows readers to see events and conversations from her point of view, providing insight into her character. Bella is also shown to be honest and trustworthy, which furthers the idea that she is a reliable narrator.

Part A The author describes a situation in which the main character isn't certain that he can accomplish his mission. Part B "Oh, here it comes: the Wave of Doubt. Why can't I just concentrate on the task at hand in these situations?"
Explanation: The author of this passage creates suspense by withholding information from the reader. The reader is not told who the protagonist is or what the conflict is. This creates a sense of unease and anticipation in the reader, who is left wondering what will happen next.Part BThe textual evidence that supports the response in Part A is the sentence This creates a sense of unease and anticipation in the reader, who is left wondering what will happen next." This sentence shows that the author's withholding of information creates a feeling of suspense in the reader."

It provides closure by describing the narrator's confidence in completing the task he has been preparing for.
Explanation:The author of this passage creates suspense by withholding information from the reader. The reader is not told who the protagonist is or what the conflict is. This creates a sense of unease and anticipation in the reader, who is left wondering what will happen next.Part BThe textual evidence that supports the response in Part A is the sentence This creates a sense of unease and anticipation in the reader, who is left wondering what will happen next." This sentence shows that the author's withholding of information creates a feeling of suspense in the reader."

It allows readers to experience events at the same time that the characters experience it.
Explanation: The effect of the author's choice to tell this story in the present tense is that the reader is able to experience the events as they are happening. This creates a sense of immediacy and allows the reader to feel as if they are a part of the story.

during separate semesters
Explanation: The phrase concurrent courses" best reveals the meaning of the word concurrent. This is because concurrent means happening at the same time. Therefore, concurrent courses are courses that are happening at the same time."

a natural tendency
Explanation: The word propensity means a natural inclination or tendency.

showing little or no change
Explanation: The word static" can mean different things depending on the context. In this sentence, it means that the air temperature was not changing. It was staying the same."

carefully precise
Explanation: The phrase with meticulous accuracy" is the best meaning of the word "meticulous" in this sentence. This is because the word "meticulous" means "very careful and precise," and the phrase "with meticulous accuracy" means "with very careful and precise accuracy.""

threw herself, kicking and screaming
Explanation: The best phrase from the sentence that reveals the meaning of the word belligerent is the child threw herself, kicking and screaming, to the floor of the grocery store." This phrase demonstrates that a belligerent person is someone who is quick to anger and who reacts angrily to things that they do not like."