WorksheetsElements of Fiction
Total questions: 36
Worksheet time: 43mins
What is main idea in a fiction text?
key details throughout the story
the message or lesson the author is trying to teach
the sequence of events of the story (plot)
what the story is mainly about
What is a theme in a fiction story?
main idea and key details
lesson or message the author is trying to teach
sequence of events (plot)
summary of what the story is about
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What is a PLOT in fiction text?
the sequence of events in a story
the problem between two characters in a story
the lesson the reader learns in a story
details that support the Main Idea in a story
In a story's plot what is the exposition ?
the most exciting part of the story where something MUST happen one way or the other
when the problem is solved
the introduction where the characters, setting & problem is introduced
when the problem in the story starts to build suspense
In a story's plot what is the point where the major conflict has been solved and the reader understands the theme?
falling action
rising action
climax
resolution
In a story's plot what is the point after the climax, when problem is starting to be solved referred to?
falling action
rising action
climax
exposition
What are the elements in the rising action in a story's plot?
characters, setting & problem
the problem starting, the events that lead to the most exciting part
problems being solved, the events after the most exciting part
the reader understands the lesson of the story
In a story's plot what is the setting?
the characters
when and where the story takes place
the problem or conflict in the story
the message or lesson in the story
What is a conflict?
a character in a story
the time and place of events in a story
the problem or challenge in a story
the lesson a reader understands in the story
What happens in the climax of a story's plot?
the reader learns the the characters, setting & problem
the reader understands the lesson
the problem begins to get more complicated
the most exciting part where something has to happen so the story can progress
Which graphic organizer works best to plot a story?
a Venn diagram
a mountain
What is the climax of a story's plot?
the problem begins to get more complicated
where reader understands the lesson
where characters, setting & the problem are introduced
the most exciting part where something has to happen so the story can progress
What is the lesson that the character learns when the plot ends called?
conflict
theme
climax
setting
Place the following plot elements in the correct order from beginning to end.
exposition
rising action
climax
falling action
resolution
Which of the following could be the theme of a story?
Fear is more dangerous than any beast.
A brave young girl pretends to be a man and takes her father's place in the army.
Someone with a fear of heights gets anxiety even when they think of tall heights.
"I'll get you, my pretty, and your little dog, too."
Determine which of the following could be a theme statement.
I was honest to my sister because honesty is always the best policy.
There are many ways a person can show honesty to those they communicate with.
Telling the truth may be difficult, but in the end honesty is always the best policy.
Essie lied to her sister about wearing her new sweater to the game, but in the end she finally decided to tell the truth.
Determine which of the following could be a theme statement.
Mistakes can often be found as an opportunity for learning.
The team made a lot of mistakes but thankfully they learned from them.
One often learns from family and friends that mistakes are an important part of life.
He made a mistake, yet with perseverance he was able to learn from it and correct his error.
Read the following sentence:
A toad and a lizard learn to get along while on a journey through the wilderness.
The sentence above is an example of a:
plot
key detail
main idea
theme
Read the following sentence.
Friendship helps people get through hard times.
The sentence above is an example of a
plot
key detail
main idea
theme
Read the following sentence.
A woman risks her life to spy for the Union during the Civil War.
The sentence above is an example of a
plot
key detail
main idea
theme
Read the following passage from a story to determine the Theme.
As Tommy strummed the guitar, Chelsea looked at him with pride. For so long, Tommy's fingers had clumsily tripped over the strings, but now he played the song with ease. Getting to this point hadn't been easy for Chelsea, either. She sighed, trying to bury the memories of all the screaming tantrums Tommy had thrown. Once, he nearly threw his guitar against a wall. But now when Tommy smiled, and the tune of "Sweet Home Alabama" floated out of the instrument, Chelsea smiled, too. It had been worth it.
Playing a musical instrument is really hard!
Hard work can bring great rewards.
Friends shouldn't try to teach each other new things.
It's okay to give up on yourself.
One way to determine the Theme is to...
Skim through the story
Read the beginning of the story very carefully
Think about what the character has learned through the story
Read the story at least two times
Theme is a lesson or the message of the story. The Main Idea is what a story is mostly about.
The Main Idea is a lesson or the message of the story. The Theme is what a story is mostly about.
Read the passage to determine the Theme Statement.
One should be considerate of poor maidens who are less fortunate than they are.
One should avoid bragging and practice modesty.
Always remember - Stranger Danger
One should always be proud of the expensive things they have, especially if they worked hard to buy them.
Read the passage to determine the Theme Statement.
You should never wait until the last minute to complete a project.
Respect
Always treat others with respect, and as you want to be treated.
Slow and steady wins the race.
Read the passage to determine the Theme Statement.
Slow and steady wins the race.
Kindness
We are stronger together than we are apart.
If you try to go on your own, you will get eaten by a big fish.
Read the passage to determine the Theme Statement.
Treat others as you want to be treated.
Look before you leap.
Don't brag too much, other people don't like it.
Honesty is the best policy.
Read the passage to determine the Theme Statement.
Bravery
Always take your time and be cautious.
Honesty is the best policy.
One good turn deserves another.
Read the passage to determine the Theme Statement.
Kindness
Don't judge others. You don't know what they are capable of.
Being beautiful is the most important thing.
Swans are prettier than ducks.
Read the following passage from a story to determine the Theme.
One summer's day, a merry Grasshopper was dancing, singing and playing his violin with all his heart. He saw an Ant passing by working hard to store food for the winter. “Come and sing with me instead of working so hard,” said the Grasshopper “Let’s have fun together.” “I must store food for the winter,” said the Ant,“ and I advise you to do the same.” “Don’t worry about winter, it’s still very far away,” said the Grasshopper, laughing at him. But the Ant wouldn’t listen and continued to work. When winter came, the starving Grasshopper went to the Ant’s house and humbly begged for something to eat. “If you had listened to my advice in the summer you would not now be in need,” said the Ant. “I’m afraid you will have to go without supper,” and he closed the door.
share with your neighbor
work before you play
you only live once
don't be greedy
Read the following passage from a story to determine the Theme.
During a baseball game, Tanner tried to tag a player leaving first base. When the umpire called the player out, Tanner immediately informed the umpire that he in fact did not tag the runner. Two weeks later, the very same umpire was at another one of Tanner’s baseball games. Tanner was playing short stop and tagged a runner as they approached third base. When the umpire called the player safe, Tanner didn’t say a word, but the umpire noticed the surprised look on Tanner’s face. “Did you tag the runner?” she asked Tanner. When Tanner told her that he did tag the runner, the umpire changed her decision and called the player out. The coaches and parents were furious, but the umpire stood by her decision.
You should cheat to win.
Umpires get the final say
It pays to be honest.
Teamwork is best.
Read the following passage from a story to determine the Theme.
A Dog, to whom the butcher had thrown a bone, was hurrying home with his prize as fast as he could go. As he crossed a narrow bridge, he looked down and saw his reflection in the quiet water as if in a mirror. But the greedy Dog thought he saw a real Dog carrying a bone much bigger than his own. If he had stopped to think he would have known better. But instead of thinking, he dropped his bone and sprang at the Dog in the river, only to find himself swimming for dear life to reach the shore. At last he managed to scramble out, and as he stood sadly thinking about the good bone he had lost, he realized what a foolish Dog he had been.
Sink or swim.
Don't be greedy.
Always share your things with others.
Be respectful to others.
What is a possible theme for the short film? (choose ALL that apply)
The key to happiness is getting what you want.
Successful people keep trying even when they fail.
Use your resources to be successful.
Not everyone is who they seem.
What is a possible theme for the short film? (choose ALL that apply)
Families stick together.
Do the best you can.
Life is a gift and should be lived to the fullest.
Appearance can be deceiving.
What is a possible theme for the short film?
We are made strong through our struggles.
Families stick together.
Love conquers all obstacles.
True friendship has no boundaries.
What is a possible theme for the short film? (choose all that apply)
Think through your choices before you act.
Don't be afraid of bullies.
You can't please everyone so just be true to yourself.
Fears are overcome by facing them.
