Story Element Definitions
What is a setting?
The setting is the time and place the story takes place.
Characters can be animals or people in a story. True or False?
True.
What is the setting of the texts?
The setting is Funland.
Who enjoyed a funnel cake and who enjoyed a pickle at Funland?
Kenda and Josh had a funnel cake. Mr. Johnson had a pickle.
What is conflict in a story?
The conflict is the main problem, issue, or struggle that occurs in the text.
What is a dynamic character?
A dynamic character changes throughout the story.
What is the problem in the text?
Which sentences from the texts provide strong sensory details?
Answers will vary. "...tasted like a freshly cooked donut. We topped it with strawberries and lots and lots of powdered sugar." "...his lips made a funny pucker each time he bit into it."
What is the solution in a story?
The solution is the way the problem is solved or handled.
What is a stock character?
A stock character represents a stereotype. These characters are typically found in many different stories but represent the same type of person.
How is the conflict resolved in the texts?
Mr. Johnson explained why he did not ride rollercoasters as well and explained that friends do not try to convince friends to do things they do not want to do. Kendra apologized to Josh.
DAILY DOUBLE!!!
What can we infer about Mr. Johnson knowing he served in the Army?
Mr. Johnson is brave, has pride/ love for his country, is a strong man, etc.
The plot of a story is the order of events that occur, and includes the problem and solution.
DAILY DOUBLE
What is a static character?
A static character is a character that does not go through major change in the story. They are USUALLY not the main character, but side characters.
Compare and contrast the two points of view in the story.
Answers will vary.
What can we conclude or infer about Kendra and Josh's friendship?
Answers will vary. They are good friends. They are able to settle differences. They have built a solid friendship with one another.
What is theme? Give 2 examples of possible themes in a story.
Theme is the message the author wants readers to learn from the story. Themes are general and can be applied to our own life.
Possible examples- Persistence pays off. Always be honest. Never give up on your dreams. Always be kind. Etc
Give an example of a dynamic character, stock character, and static character.
Answers will vary.
Summarize the main plots of the texts.
Answers will vary.
A potential summary: Kendra and Josh's class goes on a trip to Funland. Kendra and other classmates enjoy rides while Josh does not. The students call Josh names and make fun of him before the teacher steps in and explains that everyone has different likes. Kendra and others ride roller coasters while Josh and Mr. Johnson ride bumper cars. Kendra apologizes and the two enjoy the rest of the day.
Everyone likes different things.