Comprehension
What is the main character of a story called?
Protagonist
What are the two main types of characterization?
Direct and Indirect
What is a simile?
A comparison using "like" or "as."
What are the five parts of a plot diagram?
Exposition, Rising Action, Climax, Falling Action, Resolution
What is theme in a story?
The central message or lesson.
What is the struggle between opposing forces in a story called?
Conflict
If a character is brave but sometimes impulsive, is this an example of a strength or flaw?
It could be both, depending on the situation.
"The wind whispered through the trees." What type of figurative language is this?
Personification
What is the difference between internal and external conflict?
Internal = character vs. self; External = character vs. outside forces.
What is the difference between mood and tone?
Mood is how the reader feels; tone is the author’s attitude.
What point of view uses "I" or "we" in storytelling?
First-person point of view
Name one way an author shows indirect characterization.
Through actions, dialogue, thoughts, or other characters’ reactions.
What is the difference between a metaphor and a simile?
A metaphor is a direct comparison; a simile uses "like" or "as."
Give an example of character vs. society conflict from a book or movie.
[Student’s choice – ex. The Hunger Games, The Giver, etc.]
How does setting influence a story?
It affects the characters, plot, and mood.
What is the purpose of foreshadowing in a story?
To give hints about future events
What is a dynamic character?
A character who changes or grows throughout the story.)
Identify the type of figurative language in this sentence: "Her smile was sunshine on a rainy day."
Metaphor
What is the turning point of a story called?
The Climax
Identify a common theme found in literature.
Student’s choice – ex. "Friendship," "Survival," "Coming of Age," etc.]
What is the difference between first-person and third-person point of view?
Teacher's Choice
Is a character with a major internal struggle likely to be a dynamic or static character?
Dynamic
What type of figurative language is used in the sentence: “Time is a thief.”
Metaphor
What type of conflict is it when a character must survive in the wild?
Character vs. Nature
How can a story have more than one theme?
A story can explore multiple messages based on different character experiences.