PLOT ANALYZING PLOTS What is a Plot Plot

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PLOT ANALYZING PLOTS

PLOT ANALYZING PLOTS

What is a Plot? Plot is the series of action that focuses on the

What is a Plot? Plot is the series of action that focuses on the creation of a conflict, the raising of that conflict, the climax of that conflict and the resolution of the conflict.

FIVE STAGES OF A PLOT EXPOSITION RISING ACTION CLIMAX FALING ACTION RESOLUTION

FIVE STAGES OF A PLOT EXPOSITION RISING ACTION CLIMAX FALING ACTION RESOLUTION

EXPOSITION Usually most stories start/commence by introducing the characters, setting, tconflict or problem that

EXPOSITION Usually most stories start/commence by introducing the characters, setting, tconflict or problem that has to be solved. This is the Exposition.

RISING ACTION CHARACTER TAKES STEP TO SOLVE A PROBLEM EVEN WHILE COMPLICATIONS/MORE PROBLEMS ARISE,

RISING ACTION CHARACTER TAKES STEP TO SOLVE A PROBLEM EVEN WHILE COMPLICATIONS/MORE PROBLEMS ARISE,

CLIMAX POINT OF GREATEST TENSION IN THE STORY, IN WHICH THE CONFLICT BEGINS TO

CLIMAX POINT OF GREATEST TENSION IN THE STORY, IN WHICH THE CONFLICT BEGINS TO BE RESOLVED.

FALLING ACTION THE EFFECTS OF THE CLIMAX BECOME CLEAR.

FALLING ACTION THE EFFECTS OF THE CLIMAX BECOME CLEAR.

RESOLUTION THE END OF THE STORY REVEALS THE FINAL OUTCOME.

RESOLUTION THE END OF THE STORY REVEALS THE FINAL OUTCOME.

 At the beginning of line 15 the narrator, Maya is describing events from

At the beginning of line 15 the narrator, Maya is describing events from the past that brought her family to America.

Elements of a Story Setting Plot Theme Character

Elements of a Story Setting Plot Theme Character

LINES 68 -78 Identify the story’s main conflict. Maya’s desire to go to the

LINES 68 -78 Identify the story’s main conflict. Maya’s desire to go to the S. F but she is unsure if her parents will give her the permission to attend.

Lines 68 -78 What does the story reveal about the narrator’s parents? The parents

Lines 68 -78 What does the story reveal about the narrator’s parents? The parents are strict, traditional, conservative, and think school activities should focus on education rather than social activities.

Lines 68 -78 The story returns to the present and reveals more about the

Lines 68 -78 The story returns to the present and reveals more about the narrator’s conflict related to the permission slip. What does the conflict reveal about the narrator’s parents?

Lines 68 -78 Conflict is Maya’s desire to go to the Spring Fling although

Lines 68 -78 Conflict is Maya’s desire to go to the Spring Fling although she is sure her parents will not give the permission for her to do so. The narrator’s parents seem traditional and conservative and think school activities should focus on education rather than social activities.

163 -180 Why has Maya become involved in the events that surround her brother’s

163 -180 Why has Maya become involved in the events that surround her brother’s suspension from school? Answer: Maya has become involved because she is needed to by school officials to locate her parents and to act as a translator for her parents.

163 -180 What does her involvement suggest about her role in the family? Answer:

163 -180 What does her involvement suggest about her role in the family? Answer: This involvement shows that Maya is a responsible daughter who assist them with translation at doctor’s office and grocery stores.

Lines 338 -358 Why does Maya believe her actions to modify/change Mr. Shanaman’s words

Lines 338 -358 Why does Maya believe her actions to modify/change Mr. Shanaman’s words are justified? Answer: While Maya admits that her actions are “sort of like telling lies” she justifies them by saying “some lies are okay” She further states she was “ scared to death of what Papa might have done. ”

Lines 520 -541 Maya’s parents reaction to finding her with Daniel. What does their

Lines 520 -541 Maya’s parents reaction to finding her with Daniel. What does their reaction suggest about Maya’s chance of being allowed to go to the dance? Answer Maya’s parents blame each other for Maya’s actions. Her chances of going to the S. F looks impossible.

624 -654 How has Maya’s life change as a result of Mama’s injury? Answer:

624 -654 How has Maya’s life change as a result of Mama’s injury? Answer: “It was decided that I would take Mama’s job for her, I wouldn’t go to gymnastics practice. ”

711 -749 How does Nurzhan plan provoke a decision that pleases everyone? Answer. Nurzhan

711 -749 How does Nurzhan plan provoke a decision that pleases everyone? Answer. Nurzhan plan to be a chaperone keeps her in the company of a trusted family member while attending the S. F. Maya gets to attend the dance in a way that respects her parents rule.

850 -863 Why does Maya think the bracelet represents a change in her family?

850 -863 Why does Maya think the bracelet represents a change in her family? Answer Maya now owns a bracelet her mother once wore. It shows mama’s willingness to adapt to the differences between traditional culture and Maya’s culture.

Vocabulary Stun-astonish or shock (someone) so that they are temporarily unable to react. Sponsor-

Vocabulary Stun-astonish or shock (someone) so that they are temporarily unable to react. Sponsor- one who takes responsibility by law for some other person’s well being to live in a foreign country Scuffle- a short, confused fight or struggle at close quarters. Dispatcher- a person who receives messages and organize the movement of people or vehicles to a destination.

Vocabulary Whimper-of a person or animal makes a series of low, feeble sounds expressive

Vocabulary Whimper-of a person or animal makes a series of low, feeble sounds expressive of fear, pain, or discontent.