Plot
The exposition of a story typically introduces:
Setting & Characters
The struggle or problem driving the plot
Conflict
When the author explicitly states a character’s traits
direct characterization
Descriptive language that appeals to the senses
Imagery
The lesson or message about life the author conveys
Theme
Which part of the plot shows events that build tension and develop the conflict?
Rising Action
Which type of conflict occurs within a character’s mind?
Character vs self
When traits are revealed through actions, dialogue, and reactions
Indirect characterization
Which sentence BEST uses visual imagery?
A. “The thunder boomed overhead.”
B. “The soup tasted salty.”
C. “The sunset bled orange and pink across the sky.”
D. “The floor felt cold beneath her feet.
C. “The sunset bled orange and pink across the sky.”
Which point of view uses “I,” “me,” and “we”?
First person POV
The turning point with the greatest tension
Climax
A story in which a character fights unfair laws or social expectations shows:
Character vs. society
Which part of STEAL refers to what a character says?
Speech
Which example appeals MOST to the sense of touch?
A. “The metal railing burned his palm.”
B. “The bell rang loudly.”
C. “The hallway smelled of cleaner.”
D. “The lights flickered above.”
A. “The metal railing burned his palm.”
Which point of view allows the reader to know everyone’s thoughts and feelings?
The outcome after the conflict is resolved
Resolution
A hiker surviving a hurricane best illustrates which type of conflict
Character vs. Nature
The acronym that authors use when indirectly characterizing
STEAL
Which sense is most clearly appealed to in the line:
“The scent of fresh bread drifted through the kitchen.”
Smell
To draw a conclusion using clues and prior knowledge
Inference
Which event usually begins the main conflict in a story?
Inciting Incident
Give an example of character vs. character from a book or movie
Answers will vary
Which sentence is an example of direct characterization?
A. “Lena slammed the door and refused to speak.”
B. “Marcus avoided eye contact and clenched his fists.”
C. “Mr. Reed was impatient and easily frustrated.”
D. “The crowd slowly backed away from him.”
C. “Mr. Reed was impatient and easily frustrated.”
Write a sentence that uses imagery to appeal to taste.
Answers will vary
Give an example of an abstract noun
Love, hope, courage, etc