STEAL
Study Guide
Keeper Sheet
Common Knowledge
100

What does the S stand for in the STEAL Characterization Acronym?

Speech

100

Who is the protagonist in the elevator and why?

He is the main character and whom the author spends the most time on.
100

What is the defintion of conflict?

the problem in a story (can be multiple); includes both internal (within a character) and external (between a character and an outside force)

100

What is the main Characters name in Toy Story?

Woody or Buzz

200

What does the A stand for in the STEAL Characterization Acronym?

Action

200

What are two external conflicts that can be seen in "The Elevator"?

Martin Vs. Dad

Martin Vs. Lady in the elevator

Martin Vs. Bullies

200

What are two types of external conflict?

Character Vs. Character

Vs. Society

Vs. Nature

200

Who was the first president of the United States?

George Washington

300

What does the L stand for in the STEAL Characterization Acronym?

Looks

300

What is the most important internal conflict in the elevator?

Martin Vs. Self

300

What is the definition of Characterization?

how the writer reveals the qualities, traits, and personality of a character (or develops a character) throughout a story

300

Where is the Eiffel Tower located?

Paris, France

400

What does the E stand for in the STEAL Characterization Acronym?

Effect on others

400

Why is Martin Vs. Himself an internal conflict in "The Elevator"?

Because it is the driving conflict that can be seen throughout the whole story

400

What is the defintion of Protagonist and Antagonist?

Protagonist- The most important or main character in a story

Antagonist- The main force or character in conflict with the protagonist

400

What is the shape of a triangle with three equal sides?

Equilateral Triangle

500

What do all of the letters in the STEAL acronym stand for?

S-Speech

T-Thoughts

E-Effect on others

A-Actions

L-Looks


500

Who is the main antagonist in "The Elevator" and why?

Martin's Self (Martin Vs. Martin internal conflict)

500

What are three of the five types of internal conflicts?

Character Vs. Self

Moral Conflict

Making an unpopular choice

coping with emotions

acceptance of a difference or belief

500

Who wrote the famous play Romeo and Juliet?

William Shakespeare

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