WorksheetsFiction Reading Terms
Total questions: 32
Worksheet time: 3hrs 40mins
What is character?
A person, animal, or animated object who takes part in the action of the story.
An animal who has the ability to speak.
The reason for dialogue in a story.
A person who writes the story.
What are the 5 elements of plot? (The plot mountain)
character, climax, resolution, theme, conflict
setting, falling action, characters, plot, theme
plot, exposition, theme, conflict, setting
exposition, rising action, climax, falling action, resolution
Which choice below is an example of a theme?
Love
Funny
Be true to yourself.
inspiring
What are 3 hint words for 3rd person point of view?
he, she, they
I, me ,we
us, we them
myself, I'm, me
What is the exposition of a story?
The introduction of the setting, characters, and problem.
The final outcome and solution or the end of a story.
Events after the climax that lead to the ending.
The high point of suspense or turning point of the story.
Which sentence below is in first person point of view?
She hated the way he flossed every day.
They forgot their ipads this morning.
Yesterday, I played Fortnite with my best friend.
He always blurted during class.
What is the SETTING of a story?
the main events
the person or animal the story is mostly about
the time and location of the story
The problem in a story is the...
theme
resolution
climax
conflict
What is the THEME of a story?
the main events
the life lesson in the story
the problem
The beginning of the story where the setting and main character are introduced.
Exposition
Plot
Climax
the most exciting moment of the story; the turning point
Exposition
Conflict
Climax
Choose the two words that best go with setting.
who, why
where, when
where, why
why, when
If your life were a story, one of the characters might be:
your fight with your mom
your teacher
your house
the year 2020
Which of these could be the setting of a fairy tale?
a king and queen
people change as they grow older
a faraway castle
a wicked witch puts a curse on a princess
What part of the plot diagram gives the reader the problem
exposition
rising action
falling action
exposition
What is the end or conclusion called in a plot diagram
rising action
falling action
climax
resolution
What describes a character
conflict
character traits
character problems
none of these
Can a character have more than one character trait
yes
no
What is a character Trait?
How they feel
What kind of person someone is on the inside
Rumors that are told about them
What they look like
Adrian wanted to dunk a basketball more than anything. He would not give up until he could do it. He would work in the gym for hours practicing his steps and jumping at just the right time.
Adrian is...
sad
lazy
determined
Joanah's room look alike it was hit by a tornado. There are dirty clothes all over the floor. Her desk is covered with papers, candy wrappers, and soda cans. Even her bed is a mountain of clothes, pillows, and stuffed animals.
Which word best describes Joanah?
Even though there are two other kids running for class president, Tyson is sure he will win. He is the best person for the job and all of his classmates know it.
Which word best describes Tyson?
reliable
confident
successful
Which of the following is an example of theme?
Cinderella was thoughtful and kind.
Jack risked his life to save Jane.
Don't judge people by outward appearances.
Happiness
Which is an example of theme?
One person can make a difference.
Missy knew she would always be grateful.
The donkey was stubborn and did not change.
Sir John became famous for slaying the dragon.
Three flies notice an overturned honey pot. Two of the flies decide to land in the honey and start eating it. But the oldest fly stays back. The two flies tease the older fly, but then get stuck in the honey.
What is the theme of this story?
Some prizes aren't worth it.
Overeating leads to illness.
Insects value food over safety.
Always send a tester.
Which characterization best reinforces the theme of the importance of being prepared?
The hero spends a great deal of time training to defeat a villain
The hero lives in a society where every part of your life is planned out in advance
The hero fights a villain who can control minds
The hero keeps dreaming about the problems he faces
What is the theme of this story?
Slowly but surely wins the race.
Don't be lazy.
We are stronger together than we are apart.
If you try to go on your own, you will get eaten by a big fish.
