Compare and Contrast Story Elements

Front

What is the term for the character working against the main character in a story?

Back

Antagonist

Front

What does the key word 'different' indicate in a comparison?

Back

Contrast

Front

What does it mean to show differences between two things?

Back

To contrast.

Front

What do poison ivy and poison oak have in common?

Back

Both have berrylike fruit.

Front

What is the term for the people, animals, or things participating in a story?

Back

Characters.

Front

What is the term for the main character in a story?

Back

Protagonist.

Front

What is the purpose of comparing two elements?

Back

To show similarities.

Front

What is the definition of 'setting' in a story?

Back

The time and place where the story occurs.

Front

What is a plot in a story?

Back

The sequence of events that make up the story.

Front

What is the difference between 'compare' and 'contrast'?

Back

Compare shows similarities; contrast shows differences.