Introduction to Individuality and Conformity: "Initiation" Answers

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How should a reader analyze indirect characterization? Select four options.

A
by noticing adjectives that provide details describing the character
B
by noticing how the character interacts with other characters
C
by noticing details about what the character says, does, and thinks
D
by noticing how the other characters perceive the character
E
by noticing the context, and use it to make inferences about the character
F
by noticing statements the narrator makes about the character’s personality
G
by noticing statements the narrator makes about the character’s appearance
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A
character
B
nature
C
self
D
society
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A
character
B
nature
C
self
D
society
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Which excerpt from “Initiation” is the best example of an internal conflict?

A
Millicent had waited a long time for acceptance, longer than most.
B
Rebellion flooded through her. “I said get up. Are you deaf?”
C
. . .thinking, this is beginning to sound serious. Worse than a loyalty test, this grilling over the coals. What’s it supposed to prove anyway?
D
“I mean, some of them thought Tracy was just a bit too different. Maybe you could suggest a few things to her.”
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Based on the plot structure of “Initiation,” which sentence would most likely be part of the implied resolution?

A
Cheers and laughter greeted Millicent as she finished her speech.
B
Hugs comforted Millicent following her blushing but sincere speech.
C
There was a stunned moment of silence following Millicent’s proclamation.
D
There was an enthusiastic round of applause after Millicent finished talking.
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Which excerpt from "Initiation” correctly matches with the implied resolution of the story?

A
There really was no doubt now that she would get in; This implies that Millicent will accept the invitation.
B
This is it, all right. The worst part, the hardest part, the part of initiation that I figured out myself; This implies that Millicent decides not to join the sorority.
C
“Well, what do they do as a club?" Millicent wanted to know; This implies that Millicent will challenge the club’s activities.
D
Swooping carefree over the moors, they would go singing; This implies that the sorority girls will form a choir.
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One way an author uses direct characterization is by telling the reader about the character through

A
what the character says.
B
what the narrator says.
C
what the character does.
D
what the narrator does.

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