Theme, Plot, Characterization

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What is characterization?

Back

Characterization is the process by which the author reveals the personality, traits, and motivations of a character in a story.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Front

What is the difference between direct and indirect characterization?

Back

Direct characterization involves the author explicitly stating a character's traits, while indirect characterization reveals traits through a character's actions, thoughts, and dialogue.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Front

What is a theme in literature?

Back

A theme is the underlying message or lesson that a story conveys, often reflecting on human experiences or moral values.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

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What is a topic in literature?

Back

A topic is the subject matter or main idea of a story, often summarized in a few words.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

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How can you identify the theme of a story?

Back

You can identify the theme by considering what the characters learn throughout the story and the overall message conveyed by the plot.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Front

What are the components of exposition in a story?

Back

The exposition typically includes the introduction of characters, setting, and the initial situation or conflict.

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CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.5

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What is the climax of a story?

Back

The climax is the turning point or the most intense moment in a story, where the main conflict reaches its peak.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.9

Front

What is resolution in a story?

Back

Resolution is the part of the story where the conflicts are resolved, and the story concludes.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.9

Front

What is the significance of setting in a story?

Back

Setting provides the time and place of the story, influencing the mood, characters, and plot development.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Front

What is a plot?

Back

A plot is the sequence of events that make up a story, including the introduction, rising action, climax, falling action, and resolution.

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CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.5