Elements of SS
The individuals, animals that drive the story forward.
characters
A shy girl and her best friend
character
The story shows how revenge and pride can lead to betrayal and destruction.
The Cask of Amontillado
Lottery in June, corn be heavy soon.
The Lottery
Two friends argue over who should lead a group project.
man vs man
The time and place where the story unfolds.
setting
Finds a key → opens a chest → discovers a secret
plot
Time changes everything, and life moves on even when we are not ready.
Rip Van Winkle
Then, I got great mind to wash your face for you!
Thank You Ma'am
A teenager challenges unfair school rules.
man vs society
The series of events that make up the story, typically structured with an exposition, rising action, climax, falling action, and resolution.
plot
Small town, one winter night.
setting
Family and traditions help us remember who we are.
The Medicine Bag
I felt proud of grandpa and of the way he had lived his life.
The Medicine Bag
A hiker is lost in a snowstorm.
man vs nature
The central problem or struggle that the protagonist faces, which can be internal or external.
conflict
Be honest. Friendship matters. Courage wins.
theme
Blindly following tradition can lead to cruelty and harm.
The Lottery
When he awoke, it was as if he had slept for twenty years.
Rip Van Winkle
A student struggles with guilt after cheating on a test.
man vs himself
The main idea, message, or underlying concept the author is trying to convey through the story.
theme
a man trying to survive a hurricane
conflict
Kindness and trust can change a person for the better.
Thank You Ma'am
We will go back; your health is precious!
The Cask of Amontillado
mother and daughter can't agree on curfew time.
man vs man