Short Story Elements Review

Front

What is the sequence of events or actions in a story called?

Back

Plot

Front

What term refers to all the people, animals, or creatures that take part in a story?

Back

Characters

Front

What is the term for the various methods an author uses to reveal a character's personality?

Back

Characterization

Front

What is the main problem faced by the protagonist in a story known as?

Back

Conflict

Front

What is the term for the action that builds suspense in a story?

Back

Rising Action

Front

What is the term for the final resolution of the story's conflict?

Back

Denouement

Front

What is the term for the introduction of background information in a story?

Back

Exposition

Front

What is the term for the turning point in a story where the main character faces the conflict?

Back

Climax

Front

What is the term for the events that follow the climax and lead to the resolution?

Back

Falling Action

Front

What is the term for the underlying message or main idea of a story?

Back

Theme