SOL Reading Review
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Objective
I can use what I read to explain what characters are like, how the author organized the story, and how two stories are alike and different.
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Warm-up video
Unknown Channel · 5:00
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Practice
7 questions
Define the term "exposition" in the context of a story's plot.
Explain the difference between the "rising action" and the "falling action" in a story.
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Exit ticket
Quick comprehension check
“Read the following summary: "A young girl named Lily is afraid of the dark. One night, a strange noise wakes her up. She hides under her covers, terrified." Which plot element is being described here? Read the following summary: "After searching far and wide, the brave knight finally finds the dragon's lair. He raises his sword, ready for a fierce battle." Which plot element is being described here? Read the following summary: "The detective solved the mystery, revealing that the butler was the culprit all along. Everyone was shocked, and justice was served." Which plot element is being described here?”
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