Analyzing and Interpreting Literature CLEP Prep Practice Exam

What type of story contains protagonists, antagonists, rising action, climax, and resolution?

1. Allegory

2. Fable

3. Tragedy

4. Narrative

The correct answer is: Narrative

A An allegory is a type of story that uses symbols or abstract ideas to convey a deeper meaning. While it may contain protagonists, antagonists, rising action, climax, and resolution, this is not a defining characteristic of the genre. B: A fable is a short tale that often uses animals as characters and teaches a moral lesson. While it may have protagonists and antagonists, it typically does not have as much depth or development in its characters and plot as a narrative does. C: Tragedy is a type of story that typically follows a protagonist's downfall due to a fatal flaw. While it may have protagonists, antagonists, rising action, climax, and resolution, its main focus is on the tragic consequences of a character's actions rather than a traditional narrative structure. D: Narrative is the correct answer. A narrative is a story that follows a sequence of events and typically