Story Elements RL.3.3

A story's time and place is

• A. lesson

• B. plot

• C. setting

• D. characters

The problem in a story is called

• A. conflict

• B. plot

• C. falling action

• D. setting

What is a setting in a story?

• lesson being taught

• where and when the story occurs

• the events happening in the story

Jimmy was very busy last night playing soccer and taking care of his little sister. In fact, he was so busy that he forgot to do his homework. The next day, Jimmy told his teacher that he did his homework, but that his little sister threw it away. What character trait is Jimmy showing?

• Dishonest

• Honest

• Smart

• Nice

Michelle's mother was very sick, so Michelle decided to make warm chicken soup for her mother. She also made sure that her mother went to the doctor's office, and that she stayed in bed. Michelle is showing which character trait?

• Friendly

• Caring

• Mean

• Selfish

When Joey's mom asked him to help her move some boxes, he yelled for his younger brother to help her instead. Then, Joey continued to lay on the couch watching TV. Which character trait best describes Joey?

• Helpful

• Strong

• Lazy

• Silly

At recess, the whole class was playing kickball. When another student joined, he told everyone that they would have to play by his rules or not play at all. He took the ball and said that he was the all time pitcher. Which character trait best describes this character?

• Smart

• Responsible

• Angry

• Bossy

Dan was a good boy. He was nice and smiled a lot. He was tall and had red hair.

Which story element is this?

• character

• setting

• problem

• solution

The sun was very bright at the beach. The sand was hot and the water was cold.

Which story element is this?

• character

• setting

• problem

• solution

Bob gave me half of his milk after I spilled mine on the floor.

Which story element is this?

• character

• setting

• problem

• solution