Elements of Fiction

Front

What is the element of fiction that describes WHEN and WHERE a story takes place?

Back

Setting

Front

What is the element of fiction that describes the people who carry out the action in the story?

Back

Characters

Front

What kind of characterization requires the reader to infer what a character is like based on their words and actions? Example: "She tripped the younger girl on purpose." ; "He held his hand out to help the girl stand up."

Back

Indirect Characterization

Front

The _____________________ is the main character in the story. They are usually the "Good Guy".

Back

Protagonist

Front

The _____________________ is the person who goes against the main character. They are usually the "bad guy".

Back

antagonist

Front

What kind of characterization has the author directly tell you what a character is like? Example: "He is mean"; "She is friendly"

Back

Direct Characterization

Front

What is the element of fiction that describes the problem in the story?

Back

Conflict

Front

When two characters are fighting or arguing, it is called...

Back

Character vs. Character Conflict

Front

When a character has a problem with themselves that they need to change, it is called...

Back

Character vs. Self Conflict

Front

When a character has to survive in a difficult environment (like a desert or the snow), it is called...

Back

Character vs. Nature Conflict