Exploring Plot and Theme Elements

Which of the following is the best definition of "plot" in a story?

• The time and place where the story occurs

• The sequence of events that make up the story

• The main character's personality traits

• The underlying message or lesson of the story

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.5.5

CCSS.RL.8.3

What is the term for the introduction of background information, such as setting and characters, in a story?

• Climax

• Resolution

• Exposition

• Conflict

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.9

Which part of the plot involves the highest point of tension or drama in a story?

• Rising Action

• Climax

• Falling Action

• Resolution

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.5.5

CCSS.RL.8.3

What is the main purpose of the falling action in a plot?

• To introduce the main characters

• To build up suspense

• To resolve the conflict and tie up loose ends

• To show the consequences of the climax

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.5.5

CCSS.RL.4.5

Which element of plot is characterized by the struggle between opposing forces?

• Theme

• Conflict

• Setting

• Resolution

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.5.5

CCSS.RL.8.3

In a story, what is the resolution?

• The introduction of the main characters

• The turning point of the story

• The conclusion where conflicts are resolved

• The series of events leading to the climax

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.2.10

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.4.4

Which of the following best describes a theme in literature?

• The sequence of events in a story

• The central message or insight into life

• The time and place of the story

• The main character's journey

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CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

How can a theme be developed in a story?

• Through the setting and time period

• Through the actions and growth of characters

• Through the use of complex vocabulary

• Through the length of the story

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CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.4.2

Which of the following is an example of a universal theme?

• The importance of friendship

• The details of a specific historical event

• The description of a character's appearance

• The layout of a fictional city

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CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

What is the role of a subplot in a story?

• To introduce the main conflict

• To provide background information

• To support and enhance the main plot

• To conclude the story

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.5.5

CCSS.RL.4.3