Elements of Plot

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What are the main elements of plot in a story?

Back

The main elements of plot include exposition, rising action, climax, falling action, and resolution.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.5

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What is the exposition in a story?

Back

The exposition is the part of the plot where the author introduces the characters, setting, and basic situation.

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CCSS.RL.5.5

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.5

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What occurs during the rising action of a story?

Back

During the rising action, the conflict develops and intensifies, leading up to the climax.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.5

Front

Define climax in the context of a plot.

Back

The climax is the turning point of the story, where the main conflict reaches its highest intensity.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.5

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

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What is falling action in a plot?

Back

Falling action occurs after the climax as the characters work toward resolution and the conflict begins to unravel.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.5

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What is resolution in a story?

Back

Resolution is the part of the plot where the conflict is resolved, and the story concludes.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.5

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How does conflict function in a plot?

Back

Conflict drives the plot by creating challenges that the characters must face and overcome.

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CCSS.RL.5.5

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.5

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What role do characters play in the plot?

Back

Characters are essential to the plot as they experience the events and conflicts that drive the story forward.

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

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What is the significance of setting in a plot?

Back

Setting provides the context for the story, influencing the characters' actions and the plot's development.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

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How can a plot be structured?

Back

A plot can be structured using a traditional narrative arc, which includes exposition, rising action, climax, falling action, and resolution.

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CCSS.RL.5.5

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.5