Review: Plot Definitions (ESL)

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Definition of plot?

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The events in a story.

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Definition of climax?

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The turning point in the story.

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Definition of initiating event?

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The event that introduces the main conflict in the story.

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Definition of resolution?

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The end of the story.

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Definition of exposition?

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The beginning of the story.

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Definition of rising action?

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Events that build suspense of the conflict.

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Definition of falling action?

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Events after the conflict.