RL3.2 Vocabulary

RL3.2 Vocabulary

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English

3rd Grade

Hard

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Kimberly Hickox

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Time and place of a story

Back

Setting

Answer explanation

The correct answer is 'Setting' because it refers to the time and place where a story occurs, which is essential for understanding the context of the narrative.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Describes events with details.

Back

Recount

Answer explanation

A recount is a narrative that tells about events that have happened, providing details and descriptions. Unlike a folktale, which is fictional, a recount focuses on real experiences, making it the correct choice for this question.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

A short story that teaches a lesson

Back

Fabel

Answer explanation

A fable is a short story that imparts a moral lesson, often featuring animals as characters. This distinguishes it from myths and folktales, which may not focus on a specific lesson. Therefore, the correct answer is 'Fabel'.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

A story explaining why things are as they are, often with Gods or supernatural beings.

Back

Myth

Answer explanation

A myth is a story that explains natural phenomena or cultural practices, often involving gods or supernatural beings. This aligns with the question's description, making 'myth' the correct choice.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Participants in a story's action

Back

Character

Answer explanation

In a story, the people, animals, or creatures involved in the action are referred to as 'characters.' They drive the plot and interact with one another, making 'character' the correct answer.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Main idea or lesson the author shares

Back

Central Message

Answer explanation

The 'Central Message' refers to the main idea or lesson the author intends to convey, making it the correct choice. The other options, such as 'Character', 'Recount', and 'Myth', do not specifically represent the author's main lesson.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

To tell a story again, usually in your own words

Back

Retell

Answer explanation

The correct answer is 'Retell' because it specifically means to tell a story again, usually in your own words. Other options like 'Folktale' and 'Fabel' refer to types of stories, not the act of recounting them.

8.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

A traditional story passed down through generations featuring common people and their adventures.

Back

Folktale

Answer explanation

A folktale is a traditional story that is passed down through generations, often featuring common people and their adventures, making it the correct choice over the other options.