Understanding Plot Diagrams
A Grade 5 ELA worksheet focusing on understanding and identifying elements of a plot diagram in stories.
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Read the following short story carefully. Then, answer the questions about its plot diagram elements.
The Little Seed
Once, in a small garden, lived a tiny seed named Pip. Pip was excited to grow, but he was also a little scared. He watched as other seeds quickly sprouted into tall plants, while he remained buried in the dark soil. Pip worried he would never grow.
One sunny morning, a gentle rain began to fall. Pip felt a strange tingle. He pushed a tiny root downwards and a small sprout upwards. It was hard work, but he kept trying. Soon, a small green leaf poked through the soil. Pip was overjoyed!
Days turned into weeks, and Pip grew taller and stronger. He made friends with a busy ladybug and a wise old worm. But then, a fierce storm rolled in. Strong winds bent his stem, and heavy rain threatened to wash him away. Pip held on tight, his leaves fluttering in fear.
After the storm passed, Pip looked around. Many other plants were damaged, but he stood firm. He realized how strong he had become. He bloomed into a beautiful sunflower, towering over the other plants, providing shade and seeds for the birds. Pip was no longer scared; he was proud of his journey.
1. Which of the following best describes the exposition of 'The Little Seed'?
Pip becomes a sunflower.
Pip is a tiny seed, scared to grow.
A fierce storm rolls in.
Pip makes friends with a ladybug.
2. The rising action begins when Pip feels a tingle and starts to .
3. The climax of the story is when the threatens to wash Pip away.
4. What is the falling action in 'The Little Seed'?
5. The resolution of the story is when Pip becomes a proud sunflower.
True
False
6. What is the main conflict Pip faces in the story?