Moonlight Education Centre | Setting
Analysing Setting Worksheet
Name: _______________________
Excerpt 1: The Desert Storm
*Maya walked across the hot, dry land. The sun was bright, and the ground was cracked. There were no trees
or buildings—just sand and rocks. The wind blew her scarf, and thunder sounded far away. A storm was
coming, and she had no place to hide.*
1. What kind of weather is in the story?
2. What words describe the place Maya is in?
3. How does the setting make Maya’s situation difficult?
4. What do you think Maya is feeling?
Excerpt 2: Rooftop at Night
*Jamal sat on top of the tall building. The city lights were shining below him. He could hear car horns and
people talking. A cool wind touched his face. It was almost midnight, and the sky was full of stars. Up here,
everything felt quiet and calm.*
1. Where is Jamal in this story?
2. 2. What time is it?
3. What sounds and sights are part of this setting?
4. How does this setting feel—calm, scary, noisy, or something else?
Excerpt 3: The Forest Cabin
*Lena opened the creaky door of the small wooden cabin. Outside, the forest was dark and full of tall trees.
The wind made the branches shake. Inside the cabin, it was quiet but cold. She lit a small lamp and sat down
to wait.*
1. Where is Lena in this story?
2. What time of day is it?
3. What words describe the forest and the cabin?
4. How does the setting make the story feel?
Excerpt 4: The Empty School
*The hallway was quiet. No students, no teachers—just the soft buzz of the lights above. Emma walked
slowly past the lockers. It was after school, and the building felt strange without noise. Her footsteps echoed
as she headed to the library to look for her missing notebook.*
1. Where is Emma?
2. What time of day is it?
3. What makes the school feel different in this scene?
4. How does the setting make Emma feel, do you think?
Excerpt 5: Rainy Bus Stop
*The rain fell hard on the sidewalk. Liam stood under the small bus stop roof, trying to stay dry. Cars
splashed through puddles as they drove by. His jacket was soaked, and the sky was gray. He looked down the
road, hoping the bus would come soon.*
1. What is the weather like in this story?
2. Where is Liam?
3. How do the rain and gray sky make the setting feel?
4. What problem does Liam have in this setting?
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Excerpt 6: The Island Beach
*Sofia sat on the warm sand, watching the ocean waves crash on the shore. Palm trees swayed in the breeze,
and seagulls flew overhead. The sun was bright, and the sky was blue. She took a deep breath and smiled.
This place felt like peace.*
1. Where is Sofia in this story?
2. What is the weather like?
3. What sounds or sights are part of the setting?
4. How does this setting make Sofia feel?
Excerpt 7: The Power Outage
The lights flickered, then went out. Alex sat still in the dark living room. The only sound was the rain tapping
against the windows. He lit a small candle and watched the shadows dance on the walls. The house felt
different without electricity—quiet and a little creepy.*
1. Where is Alex?
2. What is the weather like?
3. What makes the house feel different?
4. What mood does this setting create?
Excerpt 8: The Carnival at Sunset
Colorful lights flashed as the rides spun and music played. The smell of popcorn and cotton candy filled the
air. Mia laughed as she walked with her friends past game booths and food trucks. The sky turned orange as
the sun began to set, making the whole carnival glow.*
1. Where is Mia in this story?
2. What time of day is it?
3. What sights, sounds, or smells are in this setting?
4. What mood or feeling does this setting create?
Excerpt 9: Windy Hilltop
Leo stood on top of the hill, the wind pushing against him. Below, the town looked small and quiet. The
grass around him bent with the breeze. The sky was full of clouds, and birds flew in wide circles above. He
felt calm and free, like nothing could bother him up here.*
1. Where is Leo?
2. What is the weather like?
3. What details help you picture this place?
4. How does Leo feel in this setting?