First Day of School_FLASHCARDZIZ Mrs. Jines

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What is the main setting of a story?

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The main setting of a story is the location and time period in which the events take place.

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What does the term 'plot' refer to in fiction?

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The plot refers to the series of events that make up a story.

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What is a synonym for 'lingered'?

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A synonym for 'lingered' is 'remained'.

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What is the purpose of a thesaurus?

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A thesaurus is used to find synonyms and antonyms for words.

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What is 'exposition' in a story?

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Exposition is the introduction of background information, setting, and characters.

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What does 'rising action' mean in a narrative?

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Rising action refers to the events that lead up to the climax of the story.

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What is a 'short story'?

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A short story is a brief work of fiction that usually focuses on a single incident.

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What is the climax of a story?

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The climax is the most intense, exciting, or important point of the story.

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What does 'dawdled' mean?

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Dawdled means to waste time or move slowly.

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What is the difference between 'setting' and 'plot'?

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Setting refers to where and when a story takes place, while plot refers to the sequence of events in the story.