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This refers to the individuals, animals, or beings who take part in the story.
Character
Who are the three main characters in Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone
Harry Potter, Hermione Granger, and Ron Weasley
Who is the main character?
Wilbur, the pig
Who are the main characters in How the Grinch Stole Christmas?
The Grinch and Cindy Lou Who
Who are the 2 main characters?
Charlie and Willy Wonka
Where and when the story takes place.
Setting
What is the primary setting of the story?
Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry
What is the setting of the story?
a farm, primarily in a barn
Where does the story take place?
Whoville
Where does most of the story take place?
Inside Willy Wonka’s chocolate factory
The sequence of events, including the conflict and resolution.
Plot
What is the central plot of the story?
Harry discovers he is a wizard, attends Hogwarts, and works with his friends to stop Voldemort from stealing the Sorcerer’s Stone.
What is the main conflict?
Wilbur's fear of being slaughtered
What is the main plot of the story?
The Grinch tries to ruin Christmas by stealing all the presents and decorations from Whoville, but he learns that Christmas means more than just gifts.
What is the main plot?
Charlie and four other children win golden tickets to tour Willy Wonka’s factory, where they face challenges that reveal their personalities
The main problem or challenge the characters face.
Conflict
What is the main conflict Harry faces in the story?
Harry must protect the Sorcerer’s Stone from being stolen by Voldemort, who wants to use it to regain power.
What is the climax of the story?
When Charlotte's plan to save Wilbur is revealed at the county fair.
What is the main conflict in the story
Is the Grinch’s hatred for Christmas and the Whos’ joyful celebration of it.
What is the central conflict?
It is between the children’s different behaviors and how they handle the temptations and tests inside the factory.
The central idea or message of the story
Theme
What is a major theme in the story?
The power of friendship and courage, demonstrated by how Harry, Hermione, and Ron work together to overcome dangers.
What is the theme of Charlotte's Web?
It includes friendship, the cycle of life, and the importance of caring for others.
What is a key theme?
The true spirit of Christmas is about love and togetherness, not material things.
What is a major theme?
The importance of good character and humility, shown by Charlie’s kindness and how it ultimately leads to his reward.