Literary Terms Development Worksheet
Develop understanding of key literary terms for Grade 6 ELA, including plot, character, setting, and theme, through definitions and application.
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Read each question carefully and follow the instructions to demonstrate your understanding of literary terms.
Use the words below to complete the definitions.
1. The main message or idea of a story is called the .
2. The sequence of events in a story, including the beginning, middle, and end, is known as the .
3. The time and place where a story happens is the .
4. A person, animal, or imaginary creature who takes part in the action of a story is a .
Read the following short passage and answer the questions below.
The old lighthouse stood tall on a rocky cliff, its beam cutting through the thick fog. Inside, old Captain Ben sat by the fire, mending his fishing net. He had lived by the sea his entire life, and the rhythmic crash of waves was a lullaby to him. Suddenly, a frantic tapping at the door startled him. A young girl, soaked to the bone, stood shivering on his doorstep, her eyes wide with fear. "Captain! The storm has driven my boat off course!" she cried.
5. Identify the main character in the passage. Use specific details from the text to support your answer.
6. Describe the setting of the story. What clues in the text help you understand where and when the story takes place?
Determine if the following statements are true or false.
7. The plot of a story refers to the feelings and emotions of the characters.
True
False