Story Elements
What is the theme of a story?
The central message of the story. Usually an underlying message or a big idea happening in the story.
The wrapped gift begged to be opened.
Personification
If it tells you that the quote is from paragraph 9 and to answer the following question, what paragraph should you go back to to help you find the correct answer?
Paragraph 9.
The kids were silly clowns today.
Metaphor
What score do you need on the State Test to receive passing?
700
What is the plot of a story?
What is going on in the story. The main things.
Simile
Should you read through the whole passage or just skim?
Read through the whole passage.
These are great pictures. The camera loves you!
Personification
If you receive a passing score on the State Test, do you take the final?
No!
What is the conflict in a story?
A struggle happening in the story. Usually between characters. The main problems.
Our conversation seemed to go on for days.
Hyperbole
Should you read through every answer choice or just the first one?
Read through all answer choices.
The fluffy bed felt as soft as a cloud.
Simile
What will be Miss Spinell's new last name when she gets married?
Jepsen
What should you include if asked to give a summary of the story?
A story summary should include the main characters, setting, central conflict, key plot points (beginning, middle, end), and the resolution. The MAIN THINGS happening/involved in the story.
Life is such an exciting journey
Metaphor
If you know an answer is INCORRECT, what should you do to that answer?
X it out, cross it out, not choose that answer, etc.
There are 2 correct answers. You must give both.
Your skin is as cold as ice.
Simile and Hyperbole
When is the last day of school?
May 29, 2026
What tense/POV are most stories written in?
Present tense. Third person.
Shelby was tired, so she decided to hit the sack early tonight.
Idiom
If you aren't sure what the correct answer is, you should...
Take your best educated guess.
There are 2 correct answers. You must give both.
My dog is a sweet, cuddly nurse when I'm sick.
Metaphor & Personification
When is Spring Break?
March 30 - April 3, 2026