Parts of Speech
What is a verb? Give two examples.
A word that expresses an action or state of being. Ex. cook, run, am, is, were.
Name the five main elements of a story.
Characters, Setting, Plot, Conflict, Theme.
What does “Show, Don’t Tell” mean?
Instead of stating emotions or actions, describe them using details and actions.
What does P.I.E. stand for?
Persuade, Inform, Entertain.
Identify the adjective in this sentence:
The small dog barked loudly at the mailman.
small
What is the conflict in a story
The main problem or struggle the characters face.
Which sentence shows rather than tells?
a) He was nervous about his test.
b) His hands trembled as he flipped through the pages, his heart racing.
(b)
Identify the author’s purpose in this sentence:
Drinking water is important for your health. It helps you stay hydrated and improves brain function.
Inform
What is a conjunction? Name two examples.
A word that connects words, phrases, or clauses. Examples: and, but, because, or, so.
What is the difference between setting and plot?
Setting is where and when the story takes place. Plot is the sequence of events.
Fix this sentence to use “Show, Don’t Tell”:
The cake tasted good.
Example: The warm chocolate melted in her mouth, rich and sweet.
Which of the following is an example of persuasive writing?
a) Step 1: Mix the flour and sugar together.
b) Our school needs a better library. We must demand change.
b - Persuade.
Identify the adverb in this sentence:
She quickly ran to catch the bus.
quickly
What is theme in a story? Give an example.
The message or lesson the author wants to convey. Example: "Friendship is more important than wealth."
Change this sentence using "Show, Don’t Tell":
She was scared.
Example: She backed into the corner, her hands shaking as she held her breath
The author writes a story about a young girl who finds a magical key that unlocks a secret world. What is the author’s purpose?
Entertain
Fill in the blanks with the correct part of speech:
The ___ (noun) jumped ___ (adverb) over the ___ (adjective) fence.
Example answer: The cat jumped gracefully over the tall fence.
Identify the story elements in this short story:
"Lena always felt out of place in the big city. One day, she found a small bookstore where the owner welcomed her with a warm smile. Suddenly, she felt at home."
Character: Lena and bookshop owner, Setting: Big city/bookstore, Conflict: Feeling out of place, Theme: Finding a sense of belonging.
What emotion is J.K. Rowling trying to show here?
"He had never even imagined such a strange and splendid place. He was standing in a narrow, cobbled street filled with the most wonderful shops. The sun shone brightly on stacks of cauldrons outside the nearest shop. Owls hooted from deep within a shop selling spell books. A plump woman outside an apothecary was shaking her head as they passed, saying, ‘Dragon liver, seventeen Sickles an ounce, they’re mad…’"
Excitement.
Instead of saying "Harry was excited," Rowling shows it through Harry's awe at the shops, the bright sun, the hooting owls, and the bustling atmosphere of Diagon Alley.
Give an example of each purpose using one sentence per type.