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Plot, Character, and Comprehension Practice

Total questions: 97

Worksheet time: 2hrs 37mins

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Class
Date
1.

People kept coming over to visit Rachel's family. They brought food and gifts. Many of the visitors asked Rachel how she liked being a big sister.

Why were so many people coming to visit Rachel's family?

a)

Because Rachel's mother has had a baby.

b)

Because Rachel won a prize.

c)

Because Rachel was moving away.

d)

Because Rachel was sick.

2.

Ethan woke up to bright sunlight. He looked at the clock and leapt out of bed. He threw on his clothes, grabbed his backpack, and ran out the door.

Why was Ethan in such a hurry in the morning?

a)

Because he had overslept and was late for school.

b)

Because he wanted to play outside.

c)

Because he was going on vacation.

d)

Because he had a doctor's appointment.

3.

Sasha handed the book to the librarian. The librarian opened the book and found crayon scribbles on almost every page. "I'm really sorry," said Sasha. "I should have kept the book in my room."

What happened to the library book Sasha returned?

a)

Sasha's younger brother or sister scribbled in the library book.

b)

Sasha lost the book.

c)

The book was torn in half.

d)

The book was returned late.

4.

Splat! "Oh, rats!" thought Katie as she stooped to clean up the mess. "I hope we have another one." She looked in the fridge and pulled out the carton. One left! Breakfast wasn't ruined.

What did Katie clean up in the kitchen?

a)

A broken egg.

b)

Spilled milk.

c)

A dropped plate.

d)

A spilled juice box.

5.

The scout leader looked at the sky and muttered something under his breath. Then he looked at the map. "Let's get moving." he called to the group of tired boys. "The faster the better."

How was the scout leader feeling when he looked at the sky and the map?

a)

Worried because he thought a storm was coming.

b)

Excited for the hike.

c)

Angry at the group.

d)

Happy about the weather.

6.

Which word describes someone who puts in their best effort and never gives up?

a)

Hardworking

b)

Lazy

c)

Mischievous

d)

Greedy

7.

What does it mean if someone is described as "honest"?

a)

Always tells the truth, open and upfront

b)

Sneaky and pranking people

c)

Never wants to do anything

d)

Keeps everything to themselves

8.

If a person is "mischievous," what are they likely to do?

a)

Be sneaky, sometimes a little naughty, pranking people

b)

Always tell the truth

c)

Be dependable and hardworking

d)

Be well-mannered

9.

Which word best describes someone who doesn't like waiting and rushes other people?

a)

Impatient

b)

Kind

c)

Stubborn

d)

Encouraging

10.

If someone is "encouraging," what do they do?

a)

They are positive, cheer you on, and help you be your best.

b)

They never want to do anything.

c)

They keep everything to themselves.

d)

They are sneaky and prank people.

11.

Which character trait describes someone you can always count on?

a)

dependable

b)

creative

c)

shy

d)

impolite

12.

What is the character trait of a person who donates to charity and is always willing to help?

a)

generous

b)

adventurous

c)

shy

d)

impolite

13.

Which character trait best describes someone who draws and makes up their own games?

a)

creative

b)

dependable

c)

empathetic

d)

impolite

14.

What does it mean if someone is empathetic?

a)

Understanding how people are feeling

b)

Always willing to help

c)

Ready for a roadtrip

d)

Not willing to change their thoughts

15.

Which character trait describes someone who is quiet and nervous meeting new people?

a)

shy

b)

generous

c)

creative

d)

arrogant

16.

What does it mean if someone is impolite?

a)

Rude, doesn't hold doors open, no manners

b)

Always willing to help

c)

Ready for a roadtrip

d)

Understanding how people are feeling

17.

Which character trait describes someone who loves to go rock climbing, try new things, and is ready for a roadtrip?

a)

adventurous

b)

dependable

c)

shy

d)

impolite

18.

The main character fighting to change a school rule is an example of which conflict?

a)

Person v Society

b)

Person v Self

c)

Person v Nature

d)

Person v Person

19.

The main character has an internal battle about whether they should skip school. What type of conflict is this?

a)

Person v Self

b)

Person v Person

c)

Person v Nature

d)

Person v Society

20.

If the main character is being chased by a cheetah, what type of conflict is this?

a)

Person v Nature/Supernatural

b)

Person v Person

c)

Person v Self

d)

Person v Society

21.

An evil wizard trying to kill the main character is an example of which conflict?

a)

Person v Person

b)

Person v Self

c)

Person v Nature

d)

Person v Society

22.

The main character fighting an evil scientist is an example of which conflict?

a)

Person v Person

b)

Person v Self

c)

Person v Nature

d)

Person v Society

23.

The main character fights against a tornado. What type of conflict is this?

a)

Person v Nature

b)

Person v Person

c)

Person v Self

d)

Person v Society

24.

The main character fighting a ghost is an example of which conflict?

a)

Person v Nature/Supernatural

b)

Person v Person

c)

Person v Self

d)

Person v Society

25.

Character traits describe a character's...

a)

Personality

b)

Height

c)

Age

d)

Clothes

26.

Which of the following is NOT a character trait?

a)

Pretty

b)

Generous

c)

Creative

d)

Adventurous

27.

Which of the following is NOT a character trait?

a)

Tall

b)

Empathetic

c)

Shy

d)

Dependable

28.

What does the character trait "stubborn" mean?

a)

A person who is not willing to change their thoughts or attitude

b)

A person who is always willing to help

c)

A person who is creative

d)

A person who is shy

29.

What does the character trait "arrogant" mean?

a)

A person who thinks they are better than others

b)

A person who is always willing to help

c)

A person who is creative

d)

A person who is shy

30.

Which of the following best shows the character trait of being HARD WORKING?

a)

Eric spent 3 hours on his math project.

b)

Joe gave his last dollar to Michael.

c)

Ms. Frey left the cake in the oven for 4 hours too long.

d)

Johan found a wallet and returned it.

31.

Which of the following best shows the character trait of KINDNESS?

a)

Joe gave his last dollar to Michael.

b)

Eric spent 3 hours on his math project.

c)

Ms. Frey left the cake in the oven for 4 hours too long.

d)

Chase was nervous before his solo act.

32.

What does the character trait "brave" mean?

a)

A person who exhibits courage

b)

A person who gives unwelcome orders to others

c)

A person who takes a favorable view of events

d)

A person who is forgetful

33.

Which of the following best shows the character trait of being FORGETFUL?

a)

Ms. Frey left the cake in the oven for 4 hours too long.

b)

Eric spent 3 hours on his math project.

c)

Joe gave his last dollar to Michael.

d)

Johan found a wallet and returned it.

34.

Character traits tell...

a)

What type of person a character is

b)

How long a story is

c)

Where a story takes place

d)

What the main conflict is

35.

What does the character trait "bossy" mean?

a)

A person who gives unwelcome orders to others

b)

A person who is always happy

c)

A person who is very shy

d)

A person who is always late

36.

What does the character trait "optimistic" mean?

a)

A person who takes a favorable view of events

b)

A person who is always angry

c)

A person who is forgetful

d)

A person who is very quiet

37.

Johan found a wallet on the ground. He opened up the wallet and saw an old woman's ID card. Johan took the ID out of the wallet, walked to the woman's house, and returned the wallet to her. What character trait does he display?

a)

Honest

b)

Brave

c)

Nervous

d)

Bossy

38.

Lelan marched through the jungle to fight the angry dragons. He went alone and knew the dragons were dangerous. What trait does he have?

a)

Brave

b)

Forgetful

c)

Clumsy

d)

Bored

39.

Chase was about to perform his solo act. He was walking up onto stage and stood there staring into the crowd. You could see the sweat rolling down his face. What trait does he have?

a)

Nervous

b)

Brave

c)

Honest

d)

Optimistic

40.

What is a flashback in a story?

a)

When the author includes scenes from the past to understand a character better

b)

When the story ends suddenly

c)

When a character tells a joke

d)

When the story is set in the future

41.

Samuel was running down the hall and tripped over his own feet. When he got in the room he bumped into the table and knocked over Mrs. Turner's water. What trait is she?

a)

Clumsy

b)

Brave

c)

Honest

d)

Bossy

42.

Mauwa watched the clock ticking by slowly in math class. She yawned loudly and put her head on her desk. What trait does she have?

a)

Bored

b)

Brave

c)

Nervous

d)

Optimistic

43.

What is the lesson or message a story presents called?

a)

Theme

b)

Plot

c)

Perspective

d)

Flashback

44.

An opinion or viewpoint is called a...

a)

Perspective

b)

Theme

c)

Plot

d)

Flashback

45.

Fantasy stories typically include all of the following except:

a)

True events

b)

Magic

c)

Imaginary creatures

d)

Unreal settings

46.

Without conflict, there can be no ________________.

a)

Plot

b)

Character

c)

Setting

d)

Theme

47.

Which sentence gives the solution to the problem of how to get the mom to leave the house for the birthday party setup?

a)

He said he'd take her to a movie

b)

He bought her a gift

c)

He called her friend

d)

He made a cake

48.

What is a narrator?

a)

A person or character who tells a story

b)

A person who draws pictures

c)

A person who writes music

d)

A person who acts in a play

49.

What does the word "influence" mean in the context of a story?

a)

The power to have an important effect on the character, development, or behavior of someone or something

b)

The main character in a story

c)

The place where the story happens

d)

The ending of the story

50.

What does it mean to "reveal" something in a story?

a)

To show something plainly or clearly; to make something that was hidden able to be seen

b)

To hide something from the reader

c)

To write a summary

d)

To create a new character

51.

What is motivation in a story?

a)

A force or influence that causes someone to do something

b)

The place where the story happens

c)

The ending of the story

d)

The name of the main character

52.

What does "interaction" mean?

a)

To come together and have an effect on each other

b)

To write a story

c)

To draw a picture

d)

To read a book

53.

If a character develops from a "good guy" to a "bad guy," what type of character are they likely to be?

a)

Dynamic Character

b)

Static Character

c)

Narrator

d)

Protagonist

54.

Is the protagonist always good?

a)

No

b)

Yes

c)

Sometimes

d)

Only in fairy tales

55.

Which scenario would make someone a dynamic character?

a)

A character gains a new perspective on life

b)

A character stays the same throughout the story

c)

A character is the villain

d)

A character is the narrator

56.

Which scenario would make someone a static character?

a)

An antagonist remains evil throughout the entire story

b)

A character changes their mind

c)

A character learns a lesson

d)

A character becomes a hero

57.

Which of the following characters is a protagonist?

a)

Aladdin

b)

The Joker

c)

Darth Vader

d)

Scar

58.

What type of character goes through a personality change due to the events in the story?

a)

Dynamic

b)

Static

c)

Antagonist

d)

Narrator

59.

What type of character does not change throughout the story?

a)

Static

b)

Dynamic

c)

Protagonist

d)

Antagonist

60.

Which of the following characters is an antagonist?

a)

The Joker

b)

Aladdin

c)

Simba

d)

Belle

61.

What is the definition of conflict in a story?

a)

The struggle that is taking place in a story

b)

The end of the story

c)

The introduction of characters

d)

The main setting of the story

62.

Which part of the story is described as the main details that follow the climax?

a)

Exposition

b)

Falling action

c)

Climax

d)

Resolution

63.

What do you learn about in the exposition of a story?

a)

The ending

b)

The characters and setting

c)

The conflict

d)

The climax

64.

Which phrase would most likely happen during the exposition of a story?

a)

And they lived happily ever after

b)

Once upon a time

c)

The end

d)

The conflict begins

65.

During which part of the story does the conflict reach its highest point?

a)

Exposition

b)

Falling action

c)

Climax

d)

Resolution

66.

What is the resolution in a story?

a)

The beginning of the story

b)

The struggle in the story

c)

How the story turns out

d)

The main setting

67.

What happens after the exposition in a story?

a)

Resolution

b)

Conflict (inciting incident)

c)

Climax

d)

Falling action

68.

Which character trait best describes Wyatt?

a)

Argumentative

b)

Loyal

c)

Rude

d)

Greedy

69.

Which character trait best describes Charlotte?

a)

Independent

b)

Cautious

c)

Greedy

d)

Argumentative

70.

Which character trait best describes the tomcat?

a)

Loyal

b)

Greedy

c)

Cautious

d)

Rude

71.

What are the two things that setting relates to in a story?

a)

Place and time

b)

Characters and plot

c)

Conflict and climax

d)

Exposition and resolution

72.

Where is the resolution mainly found in a story?

a)

Beginning of the story

b)

Middle of the story

c)

End of the story

d)

After the climax

73.

What comes before the climax in a story?

a)

Falling action

b)

Rising action

c)

Resolution

d)

Exposition

74.

Which character trait best describes Brayden?

a)

Rude

b)

Loyal

c)

Cautious

d)

Greedy

75.

Which character trait best describes Noah?

a)

Argumentative

b)

Independent

c)

Greedy

d)

Loyal

76.

Which character trait best describes Brad?

a)

Adventurous

b)

Shy

c)

Lazy

d)

Rude

77.

Which character trait best describes Melissa?

a)

Gullible

b)

Brave

c)

Selfish

d)

Honest

78.

Which character trait best describes Daniela?

a)

Devious

b)

Generous

c)

Timid

d)

Friendly

79.

Mikey's interaction with Nathan shows that he -

a)

Understands his friend's feelings

b)

Ignores his friend

c)

Dislikes his friend

d)

Is jealous of his friend

80.

Which of the following best helps the reader visualize Nathan's embarrassment?

a)

Nathan's cheeks turned bright red

b)

Nathan laughed loudly

c)

Nathan ran away

d)

Nathan smiled

81.

The narrator's interaction with Julisa shows that she -

a)

Cared more about talking to her friends than the piñata

b)

Wanted to break the piñata

c)

Was angry at her friends

d)

Ignored her friends

82.

What does Nathan mean when he says he is "saved by the bell"?

a)

He can leave an awkward situation behind

b)

He is late for class

c)

He is excited for lunch

d)

He wants to play outside

83.

Why does Juanita call Crystal a name?

a)

She is complimenting her friend

b)

She is angry at her friend

c)

She is ignoring her friend

d)

She is teasing her friend

84.

Which of Nanna's actions helps the reader visualize why the narrator was embarrassed?

a)

Pat my head like a puppy

b)

Gave me a present

c)

Told a funny joke

d)

Sang a song

85.

What can the reader conclude about Crystal?

a)

She has difficulty moving on rugged surfaces

b)

She is very fast

c)

She likes to dance

d)

She is afraid of heights

86.

What does the narrator mean when she says she is "saved by the piñata"?

a)

She can leave an awkward situation

b)

She gets candy

c)

She is happy

d)

She is surprised

87.

Why does Samantha call Caleb a name?

a)

She is angry that Caleb ruined her plans

b)

She is happy with Caleb

c)

She is joking with Caleb

d)

She is ignoring Caleb

88.

Which phrase shows that Juanita is considerate?

a)

Walking back to help her

b)

Laughing at her

c)

Ignoring her

d)

Running away

89.

What can the reader conclude about Samantha?

a)

She thinks Caleb takes too long to get in the car

b)

She likes to drive fast

c)

She is afraid of the car

d)

She wants to walk instead

90.

Which phrase shows that Samantha is upset at Caleb?

a)

Samantha stuck out her meanest greenest monster tongue

b)

Samantha smiled at Caleb

c)

Samantha gave Caleb a gift

d)

Samantha ignored Caleb

91.

What a character believes is referred to as his/her . . .

a)

Thoughts

b)

Actions

c)

Feelings

d)

Appearance

92.

The turning point in a story is also called . . .

a)

The climax

b)

The introduction

c)

The resolution

d)

The setting

93.

What a character feels is referred to as his/her . . .

a)

Emotions

b)

Actions

c)

Thoughts

d)

Appearance

94.

During what part of the story does an author begin to wrap things up?

a)

The falling action

b)

The climax

c)

The exposition

d)

The rising action

95.

"I wanted the ground to open up and swallow me whole" is an example of a character's . . . feeling

a)

Embarrassed

b)

Excited

c)

Angry

d)

Confused

96.

Which pronouns are used in the first person point of view?

a)

He, she, it, they

b)

I, me, us, we

c)

You, your

d)

They, theirs

97.

In what type of texts is the second person point of view most commonly used?

a)

Novels

b)

Directions, self-help guides

c)

Biographies

d)

Poems