Children's Literature
Theme
Grammar
Summarizing
Miscellaneous
100
What is the definition of a folktale?
A folktale is a story passed down from generation to generation that teaches a lesson or explains everyday life. The characters are often people or talking animals, and the story may or may not be true.
100
What is one theme present in this fable?
A Duck spent her days watching a graceful Goose glide high across the sky, wishing her own wings were stronger and her legs longer. She practiced running and flapping like the Goose, but only ended up tired and unhappy, while the Goose continued on without noticing. One afternoon, when a storm flooded the fields, the Goose struggled to land safely, but the Duck paddled easily through the rising water, guiding the Goose to shelter. As the rain settled and the pond grew calm, the Duck floated peacefully, finally understanding that she did not need to change who she was to belong or to be useful.
1. Being happy with who you are — The Duck finds peace when she accepts her own strengths instead of wishing to be like the Goose.
2. Everyone has unique abilities and value — The Duck and Goose each have strengths that matter in different situations.
100
Create a sentence about a giraffe that uses the following preposition phrase: in the sky
The giraffe imagined flying among the clouds in the sky.
100
What are the 5 parts to a story mountain?
Introduction
Rising Action
Climax
Falling Action
Resolution
100
What do the following suffixes mean?
-able/ible
-ity
capable of being
state, quality of
200
In order to be a considered a legend, what two details should it have?
Historical Core & Legendary Twist
200
What is one theme of this fable?
A mighty Lion once scoffed when a tiny Mouse scurried across his paw, but he let the Mouse go after hearing its small, earnest promise to help someday. Not long after, the Lion found himself trapped in a hunter’s net, roaring in frustration as his strength failed him. Hearing the cries, the Mouse hurried over and worked patiently, gnawing through the ropes until the Lion was free. As the two walked away together, the Lion no longer laughed at small creatures, and the Mouse stood a little taller than before.
1. Kindness can be repaid in unexpected ways — The Lion’s small act of mercy leads to help when he needs it most.
2. No one is too small to make a difference — The Mouse’s size does not prevent it from helping the powerful Lion.
200
Correctly rewrite this sentence:
Chili's apartment includes 2,000 square feet of space on three levels and it has a private bedroom bathroom and office
Chili's apartment includes 2,000 square feet of space on three levels, and it has a private bedroom, bathroom, and office.
200
Which detail would NOT belong in a summary of the passage?
A. The Lion becomes trapped in a hunter’s net.
B. The Mouse helps free the Lion by gnawing through the ropes.
C. The Lion first scoffs at the Mouse but later respects it.
D. The Mouse promises to help the Lion someday in a small, earnest voice.
D. The Mouse promises to help the Lion someday in a small, earnest voice.
200
Would the story Paul Bunyan make a good reader's theater? Why or why not?
Paul Bunyan would be a great
300
In order to be considered a fable, what characteristics should the story have?
Animal characters take on human characteristics such as talking and reasoning.
A lesson is taught that can apply to people.
There is a problem that one character is able to solve.
300
What TWO themes are present in this story?
The Hare darted through the meadow, laughing as he challenged the Tortoise to a race, certain that his quick legs made the outcome obvious. When the race began, the Hare sped far ahead and soon grew bored, stopping to admire the flowers and settling down for a comfortable nap beneath a shady tree. The Tortoise, though slow, kept moving one careful step at a time, never looking back or worrying about the Hare’s teasing. While the forest stayed quiet, the Tortoise passed the sleeping Hare and continued on, focused only on the path ahead. By the time the Hare awoke and raced forward in a panic, the Tortoise was reached the finish line with a a grin of pride on his face.
1. Perseverance and consistency lead to success — The Tortoise’s steady, never-give-up approach allows him to reach the finish line despite his slow pace.
2. Overconfidence can lead to failure — The Hare’s pride and distractions cause him to lose focus, which ultimately costs him the race.
300
Create a simple, compound, and complex sentence about Mrs. Peterman.
Simple sentence:
Mrs. Peterman loves teaching her students.
Compound sentence:
Mrs. Peterman loves teaching her students, and she always plans fun activities for them.
Complex sentence:
Mrs. Peterman stays after school to help students who need extra support because she cares about their learning.
300
Write a short summary about the following fable. Be sure to include the theme!!
The Hare darted through the meadow, laughing as he challenged the Tortoise to a race, certain that his quick legs made the outcome obvious. When the race began, the Hare sped far ahead and soon grew bored, stopping to admire the flowers and settling down for a comfortable nap beneath a shady tree. The Tortoise, though slow, kept moving one careful step at a time, never looking back or worrying about the Hare’s teasing. While the forest stayed quiet, the Tortoise passed the sleeping Hare and continued on, focused only on the path ahead. By the time the Hare awoke and raced forward in a panic, the Tortoise was reached the finish line with a a grin of pride on his face.
This fable tells the story of a confident Hare who challenges a slow-moving Tortoise to a race, believing he will win easily because of his speed. After racing ahead, the Hare becomes distracted and stops to nap, while the Tortoise continues forward at a steady pace without giving up. In the end, the Tortoise wins the race by staying focused and persistent, and learns the importance of grit.
300
Write a haiku about Thunder Rose.
Example:
Thunder Rose thunders
Hooves drum lightning on the plains
Brave heart tames the sky