Subject-Specific Vocabulary: Technical Terms in Mystery Stories

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Grade 6
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A worksheet focusing on technical vocabulary related to mystery stories, designed to enhance comprehension and analytical skills with a thematic context.

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Subject-Specific Vocabulary: Technical Terms in Mystery Stories

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Understanding Technical Terms in Mystery Literature

Detective stories often rely on specific technical terms to build suspense and guide the reader through the plot. Words like 'clue,' 'motive,' 'alibi,' and 'suspect' are essential for understanding the narrative. For example, a detective might examine a 'clue' found at the scene, such as a footprint or a torn piece of fabric, to solve the mystery. When characters provide their 'alibi,' they explain where they were during the time of the crime. These terms help shape the story and engage the reader in the mystery-solving process.
1.
What is a 'clue' in a mystery story?
[2 marks]
2.
Explain the significance of an 'alibi' in solving a mystery.
[2 marks]
3.
Which of the following is a technical term used to describe a person accused of a crime?
[1 mark]
Aa) Clue
Bb) Suspect
Cc) Alibi
Dd) Evidence
4.
Identify the term used to describe a reason someone might commit a crime in a mystery story.
[2 marks]
5.
Describe how the term 'detective' functions within a mystery narrative.
[4 marks]
6.
Identify a technical term from the passage that refers to physical evidence found at the scene of a crime.
[2 marks]
7.
Analyze how the use of specific vocabulary like 'suspect' and 'clue' enhances the suspense in a mystery story.
[4 marks]
8.
Create a short paragraph introducing a mystery scenario using at least three technical terms from the passage.
[4 marks]

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Created
1/1/2026
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1/1/2026
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