Elements of a Plot
_________ is the organized pattern or sequence of events that make up a story. Every ________ is made up of a series of incidents that are related to one another.
plot
My friend and I will PART company after dinner. I won't see him until he returns from vacation. What does the word part mean in this sentence?
1. separate
What is a character trait?
2. adjective to describe a character's actions, thoughts, words
What is Mr. Johnson's favorite color?
purple
When people from Minnesota travel for spring break, in which direction do they normally travel?
1. North
2. South
3. East
4. West
2. South
This is the turning point of the story. Usually the main character comes face to face with a conflict. The main character will change in some way.
Climax
When it came to jumping rope, Jenny excelled; she was very talented at sports.
What does EXCELLED mean?
1. she did well
Which character trait could be used to describe Cinderella?
2. humble
What grade does Mr. Johnson's mom teach?
Kindergarten
This country is South of the United States border and is considered the #1 spring break destination in the world.
Mexico
This part of the story begins to develop the conflict(s). A building of interest or suspense occurs.
Rising Action
The following directions are found at the beginning of a cookbook:
1. Always use Pillsbury's Best Flour.
2. Sift flour twice before adding to cakes or breakfast cakes.
3. Make all measurements level by using edge of knife to lightly scrape off from top of cup or spoon until material is even with the edges.
4. Use same sized cups or spoons in measuring for the same recipe.
5. Before starting to make recipe, read through carefully, then put on table all the materials and tools needed in making that particular recipe.
Based on the passage, the word LEVEL used in #3 most likely means
1. to make sure all measurements are the same size.
Which character trait could be used to describe Harry Potter?
2. courageous
What city did Mr. Johnson grow up in?
Bloomington, MN
Where is Mr. Johnson going for spring break?
Colorado
The story comes to a reasonable ending.
Resolution
Every positive endeavor, such as exercise and hard work, is a worthwhile thing.
In this sentence, 'endeavor' means:
2. activity
Which character trait reflects the importance of community concerns, such as obeying laws and voting?
2. citizenship
Where did Mr. Johnson go to college?
University of Wisconsin - Eau Claire
What U.S. state is considered the birthplace of spring break?
Florida
This usually occurs at the beginning of a short story. Here the characters are introduced. We also learn about the setting of the story. Most importantly, we are introduced to the main conflict (main problem).
Exposition
"In 1935, Parker Brothers gave Mr. Darrow a contract with royalties. Monopoly became one of Parker Brothers biggest sellers and Darrow became a millionaire.
Choose the definition below which best expresses the meaning of the word ROYALTIES as it is used in the passage.
royalty n 1. a person or royal rank or lineage 2. royal quality 3.a right of the crown 4. a share paid to a writer, creator, or performer out of the profits from his/her work
4. a share paid to a writer, creator, or performer out of the profits from his/her work
is the act of creating and developing a a character whereby at the author depends on the reader to draw conclusions about the character's traits. Sometimes, the writer tells what other participants in the story say and think about the character.
2. indirect characterization
How long did Mr. Johnson play hockey competitively? The closest guess will get the points.
20 years
Three ancient civilizations celebrated traditions similar to spring break. Name one of them.
Romans, Greeks, Aztecs