Exploring Literary Elements and Themes

Which of the following best defines the term "setting" in a story?

• The main problem faced by the characters

• The time and place where the story happens

• The lesson the author wants to teach

• The sequence of events in the story

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

What is a theme in a literary text?

• The order of events in the story

• The message or lesson the author wants to share

• The main character’s name

• The place where the story happens

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CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

Which of the following is an example of figurative language?

• The sun rose at 6:00 AM.

• The leaves danced in the wind.

• The dog barked loudly.

• The book was on the table.

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CCSS.RL.3.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.5

CCSS.RL.6.3

What does it mean when a character is described as "brave"?

• The character is always happy.

• The character faces danger without fear.

• The character likes to read books.

• The character is very quiet.

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CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

Read the following sentence: "The classroom was a zoo during recess." What type of figurative language is used?

• Simile

• Metaphor

• Personification

• Hyperbole

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CCSS.L.4.5A

CCSS.L.5.5A

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

Which event would most likely create a conflict in a story?

• A character finds a lost puppy.

• A character loses their way in the forest.

• A character eats breakfast.

• A character goes to sleep.

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CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

Which of the following best describes how an author can show a character’s perspective?

• By describing the character’s actions and thoughts

• By listing the setting details

• By explaining the plot events

• By naming the theme

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CCSS.RL.3.6

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

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

• "Always tell the truth, even when it’s hard."

• "The sun was shining brightly."

• "He ran quickly to catch the bus."

• "The door creaked open slowly."

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CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

Read the following lines from a poem: "The wind whispered secrets through the trees, Dancing shadows on the ground with ease." Which poetic element is used in these lines?

• Rhyme

• Personification

• Alliteration

• Onomatopoeia

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CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.4.5

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.5.5

CCSS.RL.6.4

Which of the following best describes a character’s perspective?

• The way a character sees and understands events

• The order of events in the story

• The place where the story happens

• The lesson learned at the end

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CCSS.RL.3.6

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.6