motif
symbolism
theme
tone
mood
100

This repeating idea shows how one small action leads to many more events.

cause and effect

100

This item represents the start of all the trouble.

the cookie

100

A major theme shows that small actions can lead to..

big consequences

100

The ______ chain of events creates this tone.

humorous

100

The predictable pattern creates this feeling for readers.

entertained

200

The repeated cycle of requests at the beginning and end of the story represents this motif.

repitition

200

What does the mouse symbolize?

never being fully desired

200

The mouse’s behavior supports this theme about wants.

wants can grow rapidly

200

The tone remains ____ even when the boy is overwhelmed.

silly

200

The story’s events make readers feel this emotion.

curious

300

What was the motif in the story?

the mouse asking for cookies

300
the mouse desires..

curiosity

300
what is the overall theme of the story?

one action can lead to a chain of consequences

300

The author’s tone makes the story feel this way instead of serious.

funny

300

By the end, readers feel this mood about the story.

happy