Theme in story
Context Clues
characterization
plot
100

What is the theme of The Three Little Pigs?

Taking time to do things right pays off.

100

She is envious of Jane's good looks and covetous of her car.

jealous

100

A character that serves as an obstacle to the resolution of a conflict

antagonist

100

The opening monologue in a play.

exposition

200

What is the theme of The Tortoise and the Hare?

Slow and steady wins the race.

200

Although I was elated about the trip, I was also nervous at the thought of flying for the first time.

ecstatic/ happy

200

When an author tells the reader directly about a character.

direct characterization

200

The results of the climax play out in the plot, leading to a resolution.

falling action

300

What is the theme in The Treasure of Lemon Brown?

Every man has a treasure and it can't always be measured by monetary values.

300

It is an extraordinary piscatorial fact that the largest fish always do get away. 

of or relating to fish

300

A story's central character who faces a major conflict that must be solved before the story's end

Protagonist

300

the ending of the story

resolution

400

What is the theme in The Lottery by Shirley Jackson?

The importance of questioning tradition.

400

Everyone experiences days where they feel dejected or down.

sad, unhappy

400

The author shows the characters in action and invites readers to discover their traits through their words and choices

Indirect characterization

400

What is the name of the pyramid outlining the seven key steps in successful storytelling: exposition, inciting incident, rising action, climax, falling action, resolution, and denouement.

Freytag's Pyramid

500

What is the theme of Rikki Tikki Tavi?

Courage and bravery in spite of difficulty.

500

Their head office was an imposing edifice.

structure, building

500

"The patient boy and quiet girl were both well mannered and did not disobey their mother."

Direct Characterization

500

explores the story's conflict up until its climax.

Rising action

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