According to the video, what is the primary importance of character actions in a story?

Character actions drive the story forward and reveal the character's values and beliefs.

The video contrasts two versions of a story about a magical kingdom. What is the key difference between the two versions, and why does this difference matter?

The first version lacks character actions, making it boring, while the second version includes character actions, which drive the plot and make it engaging.

According to the video, what should you consider when a character's actions surprise you?

You should ask yourself why the character is behaving in that way and look for evidence throughout the text to understand their actions.

In the context of the video, what does it mean to say that 'actions speak louder than words'?

It means that a character's behavior and choices are more revealing of their true values and motivations than what they say.

The video uses the example of the Three Little Pigs. How does the video suggest analyzing the wolf's actions in that story?

The video suggests analyzing the wolf's deceptive actions, such as pretending to be a friendly neighbor, to understand his villainous intentions.

Character Choices and Values

8th GradeELA45 min

aligned to Ccss Ccss.ela-literacy.rl.8.3

Learning Objective

I can explain how a character's choices in a short film or myth reveal their values.

Lesson Flow

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5 min

Character actions in stories | Reading | Khan Academy

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Guided Notes

9 min

Key concepts students will learn:

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Understanding what characters do is key to your success as a reader, and their actions drive a story forward.
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Character actions reveal their values, especially in times of trouble or when their friends need help.
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Characters can change throughout a story, and we can see that change through their actions, even if those actions surprise us.

Practice

14 min

10 questions • Multiple choice & Short answer

Exit Ticket

5 min

“Think about the story of the Three Little Pigs. Describe one action of the Big Bad Wolf and explain what this action reveals about his values or goals.”

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