Identifying Character Problems in Literature

The video tutorial teaches how to identify the main problem in a story by focusing on the main character's struggles. Using 'Make Way for Diamond Daniel' as an example, the lesson emphasizes the importance of distinguishing major problems from minor ones. It guides viewers to pause after reading the first chapter, ask what the main character is struggling with, and jot down ideas. The tutorial also highlights tracking the problem's evolution throughout the story.

What is the primary focus of this lesson?

• Understanding the setting of a story

• Identifying the main character's problem

• Learning to summarize a story

• Analyzing the author's writing style

Who are the main characters in 'Make Way for Diamond Daniel'?

• Daniel and Ruby

• Diamond and Free

• Daniel and Free

• Diamond and Ruby

What narrative perspective is 'Make Way for Diamond Daniel' told from?

• First person

• Second person

• Omniscient

• Third person

What is a common mistake when identifying a problem in a story?

• Overanalyzing the plot

• Ignoring the main character

• Identifying a minor problem as a major one

• Focusing on the setting

Why is it important to distinguish between major and minor problems?

• To identify the setting

• To understand the author's intent

• To make the story more interesting

• To focus on the main character's biggest issue

What is Diamond struggling with in the story?

• Making new friends

• Finding a new hobby

• Getting along with her teacher

• Understanding her schoolwork

What does Diamond wonder about in her new school?

• Why she likes her teacher

• Why she misses her old school

• Why her grades are dropping

• Why she doesn't have a new best friend

What should you do after reading the first chapter to identify the main character's problem?

• Write a summary

• Ask what the main character is struggling with

• Predict the ending

• List all characters

What is the first step in identifying the main character's problem?

• Write a summary

• Pause after reading the first chapter

• Predict the ending

• List all characters

What should you do after identifying what the main character is struggling with?

• Ignore it

• Discuss with a friend

• Move on to the next chapter

• Jot down your ideas