Who are you?
It is what we can see outside, it could be one's appearance or action.
External Traits
This question tells us things/events that happened.
What?
Cool
Denotative: Slightly cold in temperature.
Connotative: Awesome, trendy, confident, relaxed.
Who were the main characters in the story The Miller, His Son, and their Donkey?
The Miller, the son, the donkey, the group of girls, a man, and the group of old friends
These are the thoughts, feelings, and personality.
Internal Traits
This question talks about the people involved.
Who?
Chicken
Denotative: A type of bird.
Connotative: Cowardly, scared
Where were the miller and his son going?
They were going to town to sell the donkey.
Diana spent extra time after school practicing for the spelling bee until she knew every word by heart.
What is Diana's trait?
Diana is hardworking.
This question helps in telling the place or setting.
Where?
Blue
Denotative: A color.
Connotative: Feeling down or sadness.
What was the story about?
The story is about a miller and his son who try to take their donkey to town. Along the way, people keep telling them what to do, and they keep changing their plans to make others happy. In the end, they lose the donkey. The story teaches us that you can't please everyone.
Cassie walked into the creepy dark room, even though she was scared. She held her huge flashlight tightly and took a deep breath to continue finding her lost key.
What is Cassie's trait?
Cassie is brave/courageous.
This question explains the reason an event happened.
Why?
Snake
Denotative: A long reptile that slithers.
Connotative: Someone who is not trustworthy.
Why did the miller keep changing what they did?
He wanted to make everyone happy and avoid being judged.
Why is it important to learn the traits of the characters in a story?
It’s important to learn about a character’s traits so we can understand what kind of person they are and why they do things in the story.
This question explains the way or process things/events happened
How?
Home
Denotative: A place where one lives; a residence.
Connotative: Safety, warmth, family, belonging, comfort.
How does the story teach us about the consequences of trying to please everyone?
It shows that constantly changing to meet others’ opinions can lead to failure and loss. Staying true to your own judgment is often wiser.