Elements of Story Telling
Vocabulary 7th
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The sequence of events in a story
What is plot
100
stout and overweight
What is portly
100
to walk heavily; plod
What is trudge
100
What was the main reason that Victor wanted to take French
What is Teresa
100
What does Victor decide to do at the end of the story?
He decides to learn French so he will be able to help Teresa and sped time with her, and/or because he is thankful to Mr. Bueller for not embarrassing him any further
200
a problem or struggle between opposing forces
What is conflict
200
to mislead or deceive; to fake
What is bluff
200
a strong belief; assuredness
What is conviction
200
What happened when Victor told Mr. Bueller that he spoke French?
What is Mr. Bueller started talking to him in French
200
What happens when he does run into Teresa?
Teresa says "Hi," and he answers her rudely.
300
the people, animals, or imaginary creatures who take part in the action
What is characters
300
to continue to stay; delay leaving
What is linger
300
to shake with a slight, rapid movement
What is quiver
300
Why does Victor go to the library?
What is to borrow French textbooks so that he can learn French
300
What is Victor's attitude in the beginning of the story?
Victor is confident
400
the time and place in which the action of the story happens
What is setting
400
to look angry by drawing the eyebrows together and frowning
What is scowl
400
with a bashful or embarrassed look
What is sheepishly
400
How does Victor feel after his comment to Teresa
What is foolish
400
What does Victor want to accomplish?
He wants to ask Teresa to be his girlfriend.
500
the meaning, moral, or main message the writer wishes to share with the reader
What is theme
500
an optional academic course or subject
What is elective
500
extreme fierceness; intensity
What is ferocity
500
How does Victor try to run into Teresa?
He lingers at his desk. He waits until she leaves so he can bump into her and talk.
500
How does Victor's conduct change as the story progresses?
Victor starts out confident. As the day progresses, he becomes embarrassed and begins to lose his confidence.
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