Identifying Story Settings for Kids

The video tutorial explains the concept of 'setting' in stories, which refers to the time and place where a story occurs. It can be real or imaginary and is often introduced at the beginning of a story. The tutorial includes examples and activities to help viewers identify and describe settings using words and illustrations. It emphasizes the use of adjectives to enhance understanding of the setting. The video concludes with a review of the key points and encourages viewers to explore further episodes on other story elements.

Which of the following is NOT a story element?

• Dialogue

• Characters

• Plot

• Setting

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What does the setting of a story describe?

• The main characters

• The time and place

• The conflict

• The resolution

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In the example given, where were Henry and Peter playing?

• In a park

• In a backyard

• In a school

• In a forest

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How can you determine the setting of a story?

• By reading the title

• By looking at the illustrations and words

• By checking the author's name

• By counting the pages

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What location did the illustration in the first activity depict?

• A house

• A park

• A beach

• A school

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Which of these adjectives could describe a sunny setting?

• Dark

• Gloomy

• Bright

• Cold

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What is one way authors help readers understand the setting?

• By including a table of contents

• By using dialogue

• By using adjectives

• By writing in first person

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Can the setting of a story change throughout the narrative?

• Only in historical stories

• Yes

• No

• Only in fantasy stories

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What should you look at to confirm the setting of a story?

• The title

• The illustrations

• The author's biography

• The number of pages

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Where can teachers follow Miss Dorisman’s virtual corner?

• All of the above

• Instagram

• Facebook

• Pinterest

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