Elements of Plot Structure

Front

Choose the term that matches this definition: the primary problem that drives the plot of the story, often a main goal for the protagonist to achieve or overcome

Back

Conflict

Front

Identify the element of plot structure circled on the diagram: Rising Action, Exposition, Falling Action, Resolution.

Back

Exposition

Front

Choose the term that matches this definition: the most exciting point of the story, the most important moment for the plot or goals of the main character

Back

Turning Point

Front

Identify the element of plot structure circled on the diagram: Resolution, Falling Action, Exposition, Turning Point.

Back

Turning Point

Front

Choose the term that matches this definition: the introduction to a story, including the primary characters' names, setting, mood, and time

Back

Exposition

Front

Identify the element of plot structure circled on the diagram: Falling Action, Rising Action, Exposition, Resolution

Back

Rising Action

Front

Everything that happens as a result of the turning point, including wrapping-up of plot points, questions being answered, and character development.

Back

Falling Action

Front

Identify the element of plot structure circled on the diagram: Rising Action, Falling Action, Turning Point, Exposition.

Back

Falling Action

Front

Resolution

Back

The conclusion or moment that wraps up the story, leaving the characters in a new place.

Front

Identify the element of plot structure circled on the diagram: Exposition, Turning Point, Resolution, Falling Point.

Back

Resolution