Story Elements

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What is the author's purpose in a story?

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The author's purpose is the reason for writing the text, which can be to persuade, entertain, teach, explain, inform, or express feelings.

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What does 'Problem/Solution' mean in a story?

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'Problem/Solution' refers to the conflict in the story and how it is resolved.

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What is meant by 'Author's Organization/Text Structure'?

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Author's Organization/Text Structure is the way an author organizes the text, such as using sequence, main idea followed by details, or compare/contrast.

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What is the setting of a story?

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The setting is where and when the story takes place, including the place and time.

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What is the main idea of a story?

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The main idea is what the whole story or paragraph is mostly about.

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What are story elements?

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Story elements are the key components that make up a story, including characters, setting, plot, conflict, and theme.

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What is a character in a story?

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A character is a person, animal, or figure in a story that plays a role in the plot.

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What is the plot of a story?

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

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What is a theme in a story?

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The theme is the underlying message or lesson that the author wants to convey through the story.

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What is a conflict in a story?

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A conflict is a struggle between opposing forces, which can be internal (within a character) or external (between characters or forces).