Story Elements
What does conflict mean?
A problem
capitalize it or not: new jersey
Plural form of leaf
leaves
What does the prefix re- mean?
Again
Compares two things using like or as
Simile
What is the purpose of stage directions?
Stage directions help to set the scenes and to develop the characters.
Capitalize it or not: football field
Do not capitalize it: football field
Plural form of woman
women
What does the prefix pre- mean?
Before
Compares two things but does not use like or as
Metaphor
What is dialogue and why is it used in stories?
Conversation between characters
To make the story realistic and keep the plot moving
Correct the following sentence:
They is a great team.
Incorrect: They are a great team.
plural form of person
What does the suffix -ly mean?
having the quality of
Gives human characteristics to something that is not alive
personification
What is the turning point of the story called?
Climax
Correct or not:
We are allowed to buy 5 items.
Correct
Plural form of memory
memories
after
Onomatopoeia
What is the theme of a story?
The lesson of the story or what the author wants the reader to learn.
How many errors?
abraham lincoln, a lawyer, are the 16th president of the united states.
6 errors: Abraham Lincoln, a lawyer, is the 16th President of the United States.
moose
What does the word unaware mean? (Think about the meaning of the prefix un-).
To not be aware of something
I've told you a million times.
Hyperbole