Story Elements - A
What story element tells where and when a story takes place?
SETTING
“The puppy was as soft as a cloud.” What type of figurative language is this?
SIMILE
What do we call the people, animals, or creatures in a story?
CHARACTERS
“The leaves danced across the sidewalk.” What type of figurative language is this?
PERSONIFICATION
What part of the plot shows how the main problem is solved?
RESOLUTION
What is the main problem or struggle in a story called?
CONFLICT
“The classroom was a zoo.” What type of figurative language is this?
METAPHOR
What is the lesson or message about life in a story called?
THEME
What is the turning point or most intense moment of a story called?
CLIMAX
What part of the plot happens after the climax and before the resolution?
FALLING ACTION
What part of the plot introduces the characters, setting, and basic situation?
EXPOSITION
“The wind whispered through the trees.” What type of figurative language is this?
PERSONIFICATION
What part of the plot contains the events that build toward the climax?
RISING ACTION
“His backpack was as heavy as a boulder.” What does this simile tell the reader?
HIS BACKPACK WAS VERY HEAVY
A family must leave their home because of a hurricane. What type of conflict is this?
CHARACTER vs. NATURE
(external)
Maya wants to tell the truth, but she is afraid she will get in trouble. What type of conflict is this?
CHARACTER vs. SELF
(Internal)
In the metaphor “The classroom was a zoo,” what is being compared to a zoo?
THE CLASSROOM
A girl argues with another student who has been spreading rumors about her. What type of conflict is this?
CHARACTER vs. CHARACTER
(external)
An archaeologist tries to escape from an ancient temple filled with dangerous fire ants. What type of conflict is this?
CHARACTER VS. NATURE
(external)
“The cafeteria erupted like a volcano when the team entered.” What type of figurative language is this?
SIMILE
A story begins by explaining that Leo has always been terrified of dogs. Later, a large dog blocks his path home. What important information does the exposition give the reader?
LEO IS AFRAID OF DOGS
“Her words were daggers.” What does this metaphor tell the reader about her words?
HER WORDS WERE HURTFUL
In a story, Carlos keeps practicing the piano even after making many mistakes. At the end, he performs the song successfully. Which theme is best supported?
PRACTICE AND PERSEVERENCE CAN LEAD TO SUCCESS
“The old house groaned as the storm grew stronger.” What word shows personification?
GROANED
At the beginning of a story, Marcus refuses to ask for help. Later, he accepts help from his group and they complete the project successfully. What lesson does Marcus learn?
ASKING FOR HELP CAN HELP YOU SUCCEED