Theme in story
What is the theme of The Three Little Pigs?
Taking time to do things right pays off.
She is envious of Jane's good looks and covetous of her car.
jealous
A character that serves as an obstacle to the resolution of a conflict
antagonist
The opening monologue in a play.
exposition
What is the theme of The Tortoise and the Hare?
Slow and steady wins the race.
Although I was elated about the trip, I was also nervous at the thought of flying for the first time.
ecstatic/ happy
When an author tells the reader directly about a character.
direct characterization
The results of the climax play out in the plot, leading to a resolution.
falling action
What is the theme in The Treasure of Lemon Brown?
Every man has a treasure and it can't always be measured by monetary values.
It is an extraordinary piscatorial fact that the largest fish always do get away.
of or relating to fish
A story's central character who faces a major conflict that must be solved before the story's end
Protagonist
the ending of the story
resolution
What is the theme in The Lottery by Shirley Jackson?
The importance of questioning tradition.
Everyone experiences days where they feel dejected or down.
sad, unhappy
The author shows the characters in action and invites readers to discover their traits through their words and choices
Indirect characterization
What is the name of the pyramid outlining the seven key steps in successful storytelling: exposition, inciting incident, rising action, climax, falling action, resolution, and denouement.
Freytag's Pyramid
What is the theme of Rikki Tikki Tavi?
Courage and bravery in spite of difficulty.
Their head office was an imposing edifice.
structure, building
"The patient boy and quiet girl were both well mannered and did not disobey their mother."
Direct Characterization
explores the story's conflict up until its climax.
Rising action