About the SAT Reading

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What questions about a story will the setting answer?

Back

The setting answers questions about where and when the story takes place.

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In a story, what is the 'theme'?

Back

The theme is the life lesson or message the author is trying to teach you.

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What are sentences or ideas that hint at what might happen next in the story called?

Back

These are called foreshadowing.

Front

What is the 'I' point of view called?

Back

The 'I' point of view is called 1st Person.

Front

What is the 'he' or 'she' point of view called?

Back

The 'he' or 'she' point of view is called 3rd Person.

Front

What is the purpose of foreshadowing in a story?

Back

Foreshadowing is used to give hints about what might happen later in the story.

Front

What does the term 'setting' refer to in literature?

Back

The setting refers to the time and place in which the story occurs.

Front

How can understanding the theme of a story enhance comprehension?

Back

Understanding the theme helps readers grasp the underlying message and moral of the story.

Front

What is the difference between 1st Person and 3rd Person point of view?

Back

1st Person uses 'I' and gives a personal perspective, while 3rd Person uses 'he' or 'she' and provides an outside perspective.

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What role does the author’s attitude play in understanding a story?

Back

The author's attitude can influence the tone and mood of the story, affecting how readers interpret characters and events.