Minn of the Mississippi Comprehension Check

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What does the word 'rapids' mean?

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Rushing water.

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What is a synonym for the word 'desire'?

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Wish.

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What indicates that a story is fictional?

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The story tells the thoughts and feelings of a turtle named Minn and includes descriptive details about how people and other animals see Minn.

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What is the plural form of 'man'?

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Men.

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What are the main elements found in a fictional story?

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Characters, Setting, Plot.

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What is the definition of 'fiction'?

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A literary work based on the imagination and not necessarily on fact.

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What is a 'character' in a story?

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A person, animal, or figure represented in a literary work.

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What does 'setting' refer to in a story?

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The time and place in which the story occurs.

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What is 'plot' in a narrative?

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The sequence of events that make up a story.

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What is the difference between fiction and non-fiction?

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Fiction is based on imaginary events, while non-fiction is based on real events and facts.