Short Story Elements

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What is the conflict of a story?

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The main problem the character encounters.

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What is the theme of a story?

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The major life lesson or message.

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What is setting?

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The time and place where a story occurs.

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What is the plot of a story?

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The series of events in a story.

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What is genre?

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The style of a story.

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What are the main types of conflict in literature?

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Man vs. Man, Man vs. Nature, Man vs. Society, Man vs. Self.

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How does setting influence a story?

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It establishes the context, mood, and can affect character behavior.

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What is a character arc?

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The transformation or inner journey of a character over the course of a story.

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What is a protagonist?

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The main character around whom the story revolves.

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What is an antagonist?

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A character or force that opposes the protagonist.