The Elements
a sequence of events, includes elements like plot and theme
a story
how the story ends, how the conflict is resolved
resolution
Irony
when events contradict (go against) what you expect, the opposite of what is expected happens
In Button, Button, who does Norma end up killing?
Her husband
What was Roger trying to do in "Thank You Ma'am" that got him in trouble?
Steal a purse
a message or lesson that can be learned from a story
Theme
events that follow the climax and lead to the resolution
falling action
non-literal and abstract language that adds emotion to a text
Blue velvet shoes
Where was "The Lottery" set?
a small village during the summer
the central character of a story AND the opposing character
protagonist AND antagonist
the most intense part of the story, the turning point for the conflict
climax
Provide 3 examples of figurative language
Examples:
•Simile
•Metaphor
•Imagery
•Personification
In Button, Button, what was the prize for pressing the button?
50,000
What was the name of the main character in "Marigolds"?
Lizabeth
list 2 different types of conflict
internal, external, character v. character, character v. self, character v. society, etc.
events leading up to the most intense part of the story
rising action
Simile or Metaphor: He is strong like an ox.
Simile
In The Lottery, who was in charge of the ceremony?
Mr. Summers
What was the theme of the lottery?
Traditions aren't always a good thing, we should always be critical.
The 7 elements of story are...
Theme, Character, Setting, Conflict, Plot, Point of View, Mood
the beginning of the story, when you are introduced to the characters, setting, and the beginning of the conflict
exposition
Write your own metaphor!
Responses will vary.
In "The Lottery", how many years had Old Man Warner participated?
77
In "Marigolds", what did the flowers symbolize?
A desire for better in life, coping strategies for life's difficulties