Figurative Language
Elements of Plot
Reading Informational
Root Words
Story Elements
100

Which figurative language device is being used here?

The sunshine glided across the pavement like a puddle of golden butter.


simile

100

This element of plot represents the main problem of the story.

conflict

100

Which sentence BEST supports the idea that playing a sport requires a lot of personal sacrifice? 

A.  Making a team sport requires plenty of skill.
B.  Players must be willing to practice on a daily basis.
C.  Some teams require a nominal fee to play.
D.  Being a part of a team is a rewarding experience.    

B.  Players must be willing to practice on a daily basis.

100

This Greek root word means "light."

photo

100

Which story element does this represent?

The story is seen through the eyes of Mabel.

A. Point of View

B. Theme or Motif

C. Setting

A. Point of view

200

Which figurative language device is being used here?

Sam said his best friend was a fountain of knowledge because he was extremely intelligent.

metaphor

200

This element of plot establishes the setting and provides background information.

The exposition (introduction)

200

Which idea about animal shelters would be the BEST to highlight in an advertisement?

A.  A large fee may be charged for adopting an animal.  
B.  Shelters often have a variety of dog breeds available.
C.  Background information about a pet may not be available.

D.  Cats and dogs often require a series of medical injections. 

B.  Shelters often have a variety of dog breeds available.

200
This Latin root word means "to stretch" or "to strain."

Tend, Tens, or Tent

200

Which story element does this represent?

The story begins in 2023 in Spain.

A. Conflict

B. Characters

C. Setting

C. Setting

300

Which figurative language device is being used here?

I am so tired that I could sleep for a million years.

hyperbole

300

This element of plot leads up to to the climax.

the rising action

300

Which sentence expresses an opinion?

A.  Plumeria trees are tropical and need warm weather in order to survive.  
B.  Plumeria trees can grow up to 20 feet tall.  
C.  Plumeria flowers come in red, white or yellow.
D.  Plumeria trees will make any garden look better.

D.  Plumeria trees will make any garden look better.

300

This Latin root word means "to build."

Struc, struct
300

Which story element does this represent?

Crime doesn't pay.

theme or motif

400

Which figurative language device is being used here?

The little girl was as smart as a computer.

simile

400

This element of plot is the turning point. 

the climax

400

The committee put forth a motion to restrict recycling to only glass and plastic. 

Which dictionary definition BEST matches the word “motion” in this sentence?

A. The action or process of moving or being moved.
B. A formal proposal presented to a legislature or agency.
C. To direct or command someone with a movement of the hand or head.
D. A type of transformation involving various mathematical studies.

B. A formal proposal presented to a legislature or agency.

400

This suffix means "person who does."

-ist (examples: artist, scientist)

400

Which point of view uses the pronoun “I” and only shows the narrator’s thoughts and feelings?

A.  1st Person
B.  3rd Person Objective
C.  3rd Person Limited
D.  3rd Person Omniscient 

A. 1st Person

500

Which figurative language device is being used here?

Joey was assigned a ton of homework.

hyperbole

500

Which sentence represents the conflict of the story?

(1) Have you read the The City of Ember? (2) The story takes place in Ember during the year 241.  (3) There is no sunlight in Ember and citizens are faced with more and more power outages and a dwindling supply of light bulbs.  (4) Lina Mayfleet and her friend Doon Harrow make it their mission to save the city. (5) They work together to solve they mystery of how to escape their city.

(3) There is no sunlight in Ember and citizens are faced with more and more power outages and a dwindling supply of light bulbs.

500

Living Free features a boy named Mark who learns about courage, independence, and the need for companionship while attempting to live in a forested area of New York state.

First person point of view allows the author to –

A.  emphasize the struggles Mark faces in the mountain.
B.  show the thoughts of Mark’s family about his trip.
C.  highlight the difference between the country and the city.
D.  share Mark’s thoughts and feelings about his adventure. 

D.  share Mark’s thoughts and feelings about his adventure.

500

This suffix means "the action or process of doing something."

-ment (examples: argument, judgment)

500

Which point of view is this?

Mrs. Reeves returned the research papers.  Peter grinned and thought, “I didn’t expect to do so well!”

As Pamela read over Mrs. Reeves comments she remembered her mother’s warning, “You cannot go out tonight unless you get at least a B on that paper.”

A.  1st Person
B.  3rd Person 

B.  3rd Person