Elements of Fiction & Plot

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Theme

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Central message or lesson an author wants to share with the reader

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Setting

Back

When and where a story takes place

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Conflict

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The problem the main character faces in the story (can be external or internal)

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Plot

Back

Sequence of events in a story

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Exposition

Back

Part of the plot that introduces characters, setting, and main conflict.

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Climax

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Part of the plot where the character must face the conflict. The turning point of the story.

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Falling Action

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All loose ends are tied up to lead to a resolution.

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Resolution

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Conflict is resolved.

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Order of the parts of the plot

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Exposition, Rising Action, Climax, Falling Action, Resolution

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Point of View

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Perspective from which a story is told, usually 1st or 3rd person.