Short Story Elements Jeopardy

Characters

100

Who is the protagonist in the story?

Lord Walker

200

Describe Alena in one word. Write one clue. 

Sneaky, Feisty, Confused, Loyal, Loving, etc. 

300

Infer what the relationship is between Lord Walker and Alena. Write one clue. 

They were secret lovers

400

How were the gods important to the non-playable characters' lives?

They believed they brought good and bad will to them.

500

Infer why Alena called out the names Lady Hall and Sir Muller? Use clues.

She was scared and trying to call out for help.

Vocab

100

 What does the word Quest mean? Write one clue. 

A journey with a task

200

Why did Alena feel BETRAYED by Lord Walker?

She thought that he was joining with the Swarm.

300

What is a plague?

An outbreak of disease/virus 

400

pelt

pelt \pelt\

• noun
  1. the skin or hide of an animal, with hair or fur
• verb
  2. to attack by throwing or bombarding
  3. to rain or hail quickly and heavily

Which definition most closely matches the meaning of pelts on page 2?

Noun 1

Plot

100

What is the conflict between Alena and her father?

Her father doesn't approve of Lord Walker

200

Write one external conflict in the story. 

Answers vary

300

The struggle that occurs within the heart and mind of the character.

answers vary

400

What could be the climax or turning point of the story?

Alena finds out that she is part of a game. 

500

Resolution: Why is the "world" ending?

There are not enough players to keep the game going.