Vocabulary
A word that means the opposite of another word is called a _________.
Antonym
"Her smile was as bright as the sun." What type of figurative language is used here?
What are two things that make up the setting of a story?
Time and Place
What does conflict mean in a story?
A problem or struggle between two forces.
The setting of a story only tells where it takes place, not when.
False. It tells Where and When the story happens.
The word unhappy has a prefix. What does the prefix "Un" mean?
Not
"The wind whispered through the trees." What type of figurative language is used here?
Personification
The story takes place in a spooky house on Halloween night. What part of the setting is "Halloween night"?
Time
A character arguing with another character is what type of conflict?
Character vs Character
A metaphor uses the words "Like" or "As"
False. That's a simile!
The word carefully is made from what base word?
Care
"He has a heart of stone." What kind of figurative language is this?
Metaphor
Why is the setting important in stories?
Helps the reader understand where and when events happen.
A character who is lost in the woods and fights to survive faces what type of conflict?
Character vs Nature
The main conflict in a story is always between two people.
False. It can be with yourself, nature, or society.
Synonym
What do we call a phrase that exaggerates something?
A hyperbole
"The Little Mermaid" most of the show happens under the sea. How does this setting affect the story?
It makes the story magical and shows how life is different underwater.
A character who feels guilty for lying to a friend is an example of what type of conflict?
Character vs Self
The theme of a story is the lesson or message the author wants you to learn.
True.
"The boy sprinted to the bus." What does the word "sprinted" mean?
The phrase "Peter Piper picked a peck of pickled peppers" uses what type of figurative language?
Alliteration
What do we call stories that take place in imaginary worlds or faraway planets?
Fantasy or science fiction setting
A story where the hero stands up against unfair laws shows what type of conflict?
Character vs Society
Personification means giving animals or objects human traits.
True.