Plot
What is introduced in the Exposition of a story?
What is....
1. Character (Major and sometimes minor)
2. Setting
3. Conflict/problem (major and sometimes minor)
Character __________ describes who the character is
What is...
Character Traits
The author wrote a book about how to survive in the wilderness. The author is trying to:
1. Persuade
2. Inform
3. Entertain
4. Explain
5. Describe
What is...
Inform
True or False:
The theme is a lesson the reader can take away from the story.
true
True or False
An inference is background knowledge and what the text tells us.
What is...
true
Define Rising Action and when does it appear in a plot diagram(1st, last...)?
The rising action is...
PART I: The part in the story that has multiple events. The problem becomes more apparent, things are getting "heated".
PART II: Rising action comes 2nd in a plot diagram.
Tank is described as a heavy-set child, who has curly hair. His hair color is listed as red. What am I describing (think using your science terms).
What is...
Physical/External characteristics
The author wrote a book, in great detail about how flamingos get their vibrant color. The author is trying to:
1. Persuade
2. Inform
3. Entertain
4. Explain
5. Describe
What is..
Describe
The author wrote a book about characters who struggled to get along. One character was also so mean to the other. He thought it was funny! Until one day, the character got a taste of their own medicine. He quickly changed his ways after that event. What is the theme?
What is...
- Kindness
- Treat others the way you want to be treated
Many students were late to school, it was a big ordeal! You can hear the squeaks on the floor, the walkie-talkie buzzes for the 5th time saying, "We need more towels in the 3rd-grade hallway!" Why was everyone so late this morning?
What is...
It was raining
The Climax can be described as the....
The Climax can be described as the turning point in the story. You cannot go back once events have tipped over.
Tank is usually the goofy friend, he is light-hearted, and kind. He thinks this year is going to be a rough one. What am I describing?
What is...
Internal traits
The author wrote an article that is trying to get you to buy their peanut butter. The article states that their peanut butter has more protein and is better for you. What is the author trying to do:
1. Persuade
2. Inform
3. Entertain
4. Explain
5. Describe
What is...
Persuade
The author wrote a book about how to love yourself and be kind to your mind. The theme can be described as..
What is...
- Self-love
- Love yourself
He thought he was late, but the house was quiet! The light wasn't as bright as it usually was, he looked at the time. What can you infer?
What is...
Night time
Define falling action...
What is...
The events that take place after the climax. Processing through different solutions to determine which one is best.
Sometimes people have to be ___________ to get started on a project.
What is...
motivated (internal/external)
The author wrote a book that details step-by-step instructions on how to rebuild a car. The author is trying to:
1. Persuade
2. Inform
3. Entertain
4. Explain
5. Describe
What is...
Explain
The theme is the story The Three Little Pigs can be described as...
What is...
- Teamwork
- Help each other
She was frustrated. She had stated several times it was past her normal time. She said she could wait for maybe one more hour. After that, she needed to refuel her body. What can you infer?
What is...
She was hungry
The resolution is...
What is...
The solution to the story's problem. Things have been resolved.
True or False:
A character's actions can be influenced by other characters, events, and conflict.
What is...
True
The author wrote a book and the setting takes place in Bubbleland. Everyone is a bubble and they have to save their town from popping! The author is trying to:
1. Persuade
2. Inform
3. Entertain
4. Explain
5. Describe
What is...
Entertain
The theme in the story Little Red Riding Hood can be described as...
What is...
- Be careful
- Don't talk to strangers
- Follow directions
The sky was blackish-blue, and there was silence in the air. At the stroke of midnight, pigmented colors were sprayed across the sky. What can you infer?
What is...
- Someone is popping fireworks
- New Year