Match the meaning
to lie or sit with arms and legs spread out
What is the theme of a story?
The main idea or message the author is trying to convey in the story
to gain or obtain something
acquire
Winning the “Best Love Letter” contest was a major ______________ for Lily on Valentine’s Day.
achievement
A scheduling mistake caused a Valentine’s Day ______________ at the restaurant, as multiple couples showed up for the same reserved table.
massacre
something that is happening in many place or to many people
widespread
What are Plot details?
a specific event or action that happens within the main sequence of events in a story
closer to the end / relating to the second option of two things being discussed
latter
In order to prepare the perfect Valentine’s gift, Jack had to ______________ the finest chocolates and roses in town.
acquire
When choosing between chocolates and flowers, Emma preferred the ______________ because they lasted longer.
latter
something that is dull and boring
monotonous
What is a character perspective?
How a character sees/feels/reacts/ interprets events, people, and situations within a story
to put on display / to show clearly
exhibit
There was a ______________ between two friends over whether handwritten love notes or digital messages were more romantic.
debate
Writing dozens of Valentine’s Day cards became ______________ for the teacher, as each one started sounding the same.
monotonous
a cruel killing of many people
massacre
How can you determine if a sentence from the text is a summary of the passage if all the answer choices are facts/details from the passage?
first by doing process of elimination then determining which of the remaining details are major (can alter th story if removed) or minor details (can be eliminated and not change the story)
one who hates or tried to harm others
foe
The art gallery decided to ______________ a beautiful collection of vintage Valentine’s Day cards.
exhibit
To keep their love alive, the couple worked hard to ______________ their special traditions and memories.
preserve
to protect/keep safe from injury of damage
preserve
free of dirt and germs
sanitary
Love and heartbreak are opposites, just as a friend is the opposite of a ______________.
foe
The bakery ensured all treats were made in a ______________ kitchen so that customers could enjoy them safely.
sanitary