Who is telling the story?
PLOT
Text Structures
Character/Characterization
Author's purpose
100
What literary term can be defined as the person telling the story?
What is the narrator?
100
The part of the plot where the greatest action or suspense occurs is known as what?
What is the climax?
100

First, Mia mixed the cake batter. Next, she poured it into a pan. Then, she baked the cake for 30 minutes. Finally, she added frosting.

What is a sequence?

100

A character who does NOT change throughout the story is called what type of character?

What is a static character?

100

Dogs make great pets for families. They can play fetch, go on walks, and keep people company. Many dogs also help people feel less lonely.

What is persuade?

200
The view from which a story is being told is known as what literary term?
What is point of view?
200
The part of the plot where the action begins is known as what?
What is the rising action?
200

A strong thunderstorm moved through the area overnight. As a result, several trees fell onto power lines, causing many homes to lose electricity.

What is cause/effect?

200

What type of character has only one or two simple traits and little personality development?

What is a flat character?

200

The Grand Canyon is located in Arizona and was formed by the Colorado River over millions of years. It is over 270 miles long and attracts millions of visitors each year.

What is to inform?

300
When a character in the story tells the story, this is which point of view?
What is first person point of view?
300
The part of the plot where the action is starting to come to a close is known as what?
What is the falling action?
300

The school cafeteria was producing too much trash each day. To solve the problem, students began recycling plastic bottles and using reusable trays.

What is problem/solution?

300

At the beginning of the novel, Elena is selfish and rude to her classmates. By the end, she learns to care about others and becomes a helpful friend.  What type of character is Elena?

What is a dynamic character?

300

Marcus opened the cafeteria milk carton too quickly. Chocolate milk exploded across the table, splattering his math homework and somehow landing in his own hair. The entire table burst into laughter.

What is to entertain?

400

When an unknown person outside of the story tells the story from a limited viewpoint, this is what point of view?

What is third person point of view (limited)?

400
The part of the plot where all "loose ends" are tied up and the problem(s) have been solved is known as what?
What is the resolution?
400

Both alligators and crocodiles are reptiles that live near water. However, alligators usually have wider snouts, while crocodiles have longer, pointed snouts.

What is compare/contrast?

400

Marcus is brave during emergencies but nervous when speaking in front of crowds. He can be funny, stubborn, caring, and jealous at different times in the story. What type of character is Marcus?


What is a round character?

400

Too many students throw away plastic bottles every day without thinking about the damage caused to oceans and wildlife. Bringing a reusable water bottle to school is one small change that can make a huge difference.

What is to persuade?

500
When a person outside the story tells the story and seems all-knowing, this is known as which point of view?
What is omniscient point of view?
500
The part of the plot where the characters, setting, and conflict are introduced is known as what?
What is the exposition?
500

During the winter freeze, many pipes in Texas homes burst because temperatures dropped below freezing for several days. Homeowners wrapped exposed pipes with insulation afterward to prevent future damage.

What is cause and effect?
500

What does the acronym STEAL stand for in characterization and which one is the only direct characterization?


What is 

  • S = Speech
  • T = Thoughts
  • E = Effect on others
  • A = Actions
  • L = Looks (Direct)
500

First, rinse the strawberries carefully under cold water. Next, cut off the green tops and slice the strawberries into small pieces. Then, add them to a blender with yogurt, milk, and ice. Blend for one minute until smooth.

What is to instruct?

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