Understanding Character Motivation in Realistic Fiction
English
GCSE
10 questions
~20 mins
1 views0 downloads
About This Worksheet
A worksheet designed to analyse character motivation within a realistic fiction context, encouraging close reading and independent annotation skills.
Worksheet Preview
Full preview • 10 questions
Understanding Character Motivation in Realistic Fiction
Subject: EnglishGrade: GCSE
Name:
Date:
TeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizz
Untitled Worksheet
Grade GCSE
A
Analysis & Annotation of Character Motivation
It was a cold autumn evening when Eleanor finally decided to confront her past. The rain tapped gently against the window as she sifted through old photographs, each one whispering stories of moments long gone. Her gaze lingered on a faded image of herself smiling awkwardly beside a man she no longer recognised. Despite the years that had passed, a flicker of determination ignited within her. She knew that understanding her feelings about that time was essential to moving forward. As she reached for her coat, a pang of nostalgia mixed with apprehension. She told herself it was about closure, yet deep down, she sensed a deeper longing—to reclaim a part of herself that had been lost amidst the chaos of her youth.
1.
What motivation drives Eleanor to confront her past in this passage?
[2 marks]2.
Identify a key phrase that indicates Eleanor’s internal conflict.
[2 marks]3.
What literary technique is used in the phrase 'each one whispering stories of moments long gone'?
Aa) Metaphor
Bb) Simile
Cc) Personification
Dd) Hyperbole
4.
Explain in a brief paragraph why Eleanor's decision to confront her past is significant for her character development.
[8 marks]5.
Which emotional tone is most evident in the passage?
Aa) Nostalgia
Bb) Fear
Cc) Indifference
Dd) Joy
6.
Identify and explain one technique used by the author to create atmosphere in the passage.
[3 marks]7.
Describe a moment where Eleanor's internal conflict is evident.
[2 marks]8.
How does the author’s use of the phrase ‘reclaim a part of herself’ contribute to the character’s motivation?
[2 marks]9.
Create a brief character sketch of Eleanor based on the passage, highlighting her emotional state and motivation.
[8 marks]10.
Imagine you are Eleanor. Write a short monologue expressing her thoughts as she prepares to confront her past.
[8 marks]Unlock Full Worksheet & Answers
Get instant access to the complete worksheet, answer keys, and 1,899 others
Unlimited answer keys for all worksheets
Download clean, formatted PDFs
Customize and remix any worksheet
Cancel anytime • No commitment • Start today
Quick Actions
What is Remix?
Create a new worksheet based on this one. Change the grade level, topic, number of questions, or difficulty - then generate a fresh version.
- • Change grade level (Grade 6 → Grade 7)
- • Swap topics (Harry Potter → Macbeth)
- • Add more questions (10 → 15)
- • Adjust difficulty
Details
- Created
- 1/1/2026
- Updated
- 1/1/2026
- Type
- worksheet