Elements of Plot

Front

The beginning of the story where the setting and the characters are introduced.

Back

exposition

Front

The part of the story that develops the problem through a series of conflicts or events that build up interest or suspense.

Back

rising action

Front

The turning point of the story or the highest point of action where the problem or conflict reaches its peak.

Back

climax

Front

The events after the climax where the loose ends get tied up and that lead to the resolution.

Back

falling action

Front

The conclusion to the story that reveals the solution to the problem or conflict.

Back

resolution

Front

climax

Back

The turning point of the story when the problem or conflict reaches its peak.

Front

exposition

Back

The part of plot when the characters and setting are introduced.

Front

rising action

Back

The part of plot that develops the problem through a series of conflicts or events that builds interest and/or suspense.

Front

falling action

Back

The events in plot when the loose ends get tied up and the story begins to resolve.

Front

resolution

Back

The conclusion to the story that reveals the solution to the problem or conflict.