Story Elements
Where and when a story takes place is called…
Answer: Setting
The lesson or message of a story is called…
Answer: Theme
Words that sound alike at the end are called…
Answer: Rhyme
A short retelling of a story is called…
Answer: Summary
Words used in school subjects are called…
Answer: Academic vocabulary
The main problem in a story is called…
Answer: Conflict
A story shows a boy helping others and being kind. What is the theme?
Answer: Kindness / Helping others
The pattern of lines in a poem is called…
Answer: Structure
Should a summary include every detail?
Answer: No, only important parts
What does the prefix “un-” mean?
Answer: Not
How a character changes from beginning to end is…
Answer: Character development
Is theme always stated directly?
Answer: No, it can be implied
Why do poets use rhyme?
Answer: To create rhythm and meaning
What 2 things must be included in a literary summary?
Answer: Plot and theme
If “bio” means life, what does “biology” relate to?
Answer: The study of life
Why does the setting matter in a story?
Answer: It affects events, mood, and characters
How do you find the theme?
Answer: Use details, character actions, and events
What is a stanza?
Answer: A group of lines in a poem
Put in order: beginning, middle, end — what is this called?
Answer: Plot
Using words around a word to figure it out is called…
Answer: Context clues
A character learns to share after being selfish. What part of plot is this?
Answer: Character development impacting the plot
A character fails many times but keeps trying and succeeds. What is the theme?
Answer: Perseverance / Never give up
How can structure help meaning?
Answer: It organizes ideas and emphasizes important parts
Why do we summarize?
Answer: To better understand and remember the text
The word “bat” can mean an animal or sports tool. What type of word is this?
Answer: Multiple-meaning word