Plot Review

Front

What is a theme in a story?

Back

A theme is the underlying message or lesson that the author wants to convey, such as 'Don't judge people by outward appearances.'

Tags

CCSS.RL.3.9

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

Front

What is an inference?

Back

An inference is a conclusion drawn from text evidence and background knowledge (schema).

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.1

CCSS.RI.5.1

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

Front

What is the resolution in a story?

Back

The resolution is how the problem or conflict in the story is solved.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.9

Front

What can we infer about a character who smiles after winning a contest?

Back

We can infer that the character is proud.

Tags

CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.3.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

Front

What is the setting of a story?

Back

The setting is the time and place where the story occurs.

Tags

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

Front

What is the difference between a conflict and a resolution?

Back

A conflict is a problem in the story, while a resolution is how that problem is solved.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.9

Front

What does 'text evidence' mean?

Back

Text evidence refers to specific details or quotes from the text that support an inference or conclusion.

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.8

CCSS.RI.5.8

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.RL.4.5

Front

What is the climax of a story?

Back

The climax is the most intense or exciting part of the story, where the main conflict reaches its peak.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.9

Front

What does 'schema' refer to in reading?

Back

Schema refers to the background knowledge and experiences a reader brings to a text.

Tags

CCSS.RF 4.3.A

CCSS.RF.4.4A

CCSS.RF.4.4B

CCSS.RF.4.4C

CCSS.RF.5.4A

Front

How can you identify the theme of a story?

Back

You can identify the theme by looking for recurring ideas or messages throughout the story.

Tags

CCSS.RL.3.9

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9