Setting of a Story

What is the setting of a story?

• The problem the characters face

• The place and time where the story happens

• The main character's name

• The lesson you learn from the story

Which of the following is an example of the setting in a story?

• The main character's favorite color

• The time of day and year when the story takes place

• The main character's best friend

• The problem the characters need to solve

In which setting would you most likely find characters wearing swimsuits and playing in the sand?

• A snowy winter day

• A sunny beach in the summer

• A busy school classroom

• A dark and spooky forest

If a story is set in a big city with tall skyscrapers and bustling streets, which word best describes the setting?

• Quiet

• Rural

• Urban

• Deserted

Which of the following is NOT part of the setting in a story?

• The weather

• The time period or era

• The main character's name

• The physical surroundings

In a story set in ancient Egypt, what might you expect to see in the setting?

• Space rockets

• Pyramids, pharaohs, and the Nile River

• Computers and smartphones

• Fast-food restaurants

If a story takes place in a haunted house with creaky floors, cobwebs, and spooky noises, what kind of setting is it?

• Mysterious

• Peaceful

• Cheerful

• Boring

Which of the following settings is most likely for a story about a young girl exploring a magical forest filled with talking animals?

• A shopping mall

• A school library

• A cozy home

• An enchanted forest

What does the setting of a story help readers do?

• Understand the problem in the story

• Imagine where and when the story is happening

• Predict the ending of the story

• Learn about the characters' thoughts and feelings

Imagine a story set on a spaceship traveling to distant planets. What kind of setting is this?

• Historical

• Fantasy

• Science fiction

• Realistic