NYS ELA Test Prep - Gr 5

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What is a summary?

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A quick retelling of the important information in a text.

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What does 'theme' mean in literature?

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The lesson the author teaches.

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What is 'conflict' in a story?

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A problem that characters face.

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What is the 'tone' of a text?

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The attitude or feeling of the author shown by the words.

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True or False: The main idea is the lesson in the story.

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False.

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What is 'setting' in a story?

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The time and place where the story occurs.

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What does 'character' refer to in literature?

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A person, animal, or figure in a story.

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What is the 'plot' of a story?

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The sequence of events that make up the story.

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What is a 'main character'?

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The most important character in a story.

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What is a 'minor character'?

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A character who is not the focus of the story.