Inferencing
A character stays behind after everyone else leaves the room. What can you infer?
A. They are cleaning up after others.
B. They may want to be alone with their thoughts.
C. They didn’t hear the signal to leave.
D. They forgot their belongings.
B. They may want to be alone with their thoughts.
Which of the following best describes the protagonist in a story?
A. The main character who faces the central conflict:hero
B. The character who causes problems for others
C. A minor character who gives advice
D. The narrator of the story
A. The main character who faces the central conflict:hero
The author describes a dark forest at night with howling wind and broken branches. What mood is being created?
A. Cheerful
B. Suspenseful / eerie
C. Romantic
D. Calm
B. Suspenseful / eerie
The narrator writes: “I can’t believe they ruined the entire project; it’s as if they didn’t even care.” What is the tone of this statement?
A. Humorous
B. Angry / frustrated
C. Calm
D. Excited
B. Angry / frustrated
Which example shows the Speech aspect of STEAL?
A. The narrator describes, “Tom was very smart.”
B. Tom said, “I will never give up on my dream!”
C. Tom’s room is messy and full of papers.
D. Tom spends hours helping his friend.
B. Tom said, “I will never give up on my dream!”
A character sacrifices something important so another can succeed. What theme can you infer?
A. Sacrifice can be an act of love.
B. People should always think of themselves first.
C. Helping others always leads to regret.
D. Success is only possible alone.
A. Sacrifice can be an act of love.
Who is the antagonist in a story?
A. The main character the story focuses on
B. The character who opposes the main character:villian
C. A character who changes over time
D. The narrator of the story
B. The character who opposes the main character:villian
In a story, the narrator uses bright colors, laughter, and music to describe a town fair. What mood does this create?
A. Gloomy
B. Joyful / cheerful
C. Tense
D. Fearful
B. Joyful / cheerful
A poem describes the sunset as “a gentle brush of gold over the hills, welcoming the night.” What is the tone?
A. Peaceful / serene
B. Angry
C. Confused
D. Suspenseful
A. Peaceful / serene
Which example demonstrates Thoughts from STEAL?
A. Emily muttered, “I can’t believe this is happening!”
B. Emily thought about how she could make things right.
C. Emily’s jacket was torn and dirty.
D. Emily helped her neighbor carry groceries.
B. Emily thought about how she could make things right.
The author repeats the image of locked doors throughout the story. What can you infer is the purpose of this image?
A. To emphasize privacy and respect.
B. To symbolize barriers or secrets.
C. To remind the reader about safety.
D. To show the character’s wealth.
B. To symbolize barriers or secrets.
Which statement best describes a static character?
A. A character who changes significantly throughout the story
B. A character who stays the same from beginning to end
C. A character who is the story’s main focus
D. A character whose thoughts are unknown
B. A character who stays the same from beginning to end
Which of the following best defines mood in literature?
A. The personality of a character
B. The emotional atmosphere a story creates for the reader
C. The order of events in the story
D. The theme of the story
B. The emotional atmosphere a story creates for the reader
Which of the following best defines tone in literature?
A. The emotional effect a story has on the reader
B. The author’s attitude toward the subject or audience
C. The main idea of a story
D. The order of events in a story
B. The author’s attitude toward the subject or audience
Which example illustrates Actions in STEAL?
A. Jake planned carefully before making his move.
B. Jake ran to help the injured dog in the street.
C. Jake whispered, “I hope no one sees me.”
D. Jake had a collection of medals on his shelf.
B. Jake ran to help the injured dog in the street.
The author describes a broken clock that no longer ticks in a story about a failing friendship. What does the clock most likely symbolize?
A. The character enjoys fixing things.
B. The passing of time in the town.
C. The end of the relationship.
D. The importance of keeping schedules.
C. The end of the relationship.
Which of the following is true about a dynamic character?
A. They remain the same throughout the story
B. They undergo significant internal change
C. They are always the antagonist
D. They are always the narrator
B. They undergo significant internal change
In a story, the author uses quick, choppy sentences and describes loud noises during a chase scene. What mood is being conveyed?
A. Tense / suspenseful
B. Peaceful
C. Romantic
D. Nostalgic
A. Tense / suspenseful
A story includes sarcastic dialogue, such as: “Oh, great! Another surprise test. Just what I needed today.” What is the tone?
A. Serious
B. Sarcastic / mocking
C. Joyful
D. Fearful
B. Sarcastic / mocking
Which pair represents Looks and Effects on Others in the STEAL method?
A. “Lila was tall and wore bright red boots,” and “People often listened to her advice.”
B. “Lila said she wanted to win,” and “She thought carefully.”
C. “Lila helped her sister with homework,” and “She was determined.”
D. “The town was quiet,” and “Everyone was tired.”
A. “Lila was tall and wore bright red boots,” and “People often listened to her advice.”
A story ends with a character giving away their last piece of bread to someone hungrier. What theme can you infer?
A. Generosity and compassion are powerful.
B. People should only help if they have extra.
C. Survival is more important than kindness.
D. Hunger always leads to anger.
A. Generosity and compassion are powerful.
Which example demonstrates direct characterization?
A. “John was brave and honest,” the narrator explained.
B. John clenched his fists and faced the bully silently.
C. Sarah’s eyes widened when she saw the surprise.
D. The town was quiet and eerie that night.
A. “John was brave and honest,” the narrator explained.
Which of the following can an author use to create mood?
A. Word choice / diction
B. Character names
C. Chapter numbers
D. Footnotes
A. Word choice / diction
The author writes: “The children played in the garden, laughing and chasing butterflies, as if nothing could go wrong.” What is the tone?
A. Cheerful / lighthearted
B. Tense
C. Gloomy
D. Angry
A. Cheerful / lighthearted
What does STEAL stand for?
Speech
Thoughts
Effects on Others
Actions
Looks