Plot Elements

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What is the resolution of a story?

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The resolution is the end of the story where we learn the outcome and loose ends are tied up.

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What part of the story leads to the climax?

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The rising action is the part of the story that leads to the climax.

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What part of the plot introduces the characters and setting?

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The exposition introduces the characters and setting.

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What is the exposition of a story?

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The exposition is the introduction where characters and setting are introduced.

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What part of the plot is shown by the blue rectangle in a plot diagram?

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The blue rectangle represents the exposition.

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What is the climax of a story?

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

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What follows the climax in a story?

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The falling action follows the climax, leading towards the resolution.

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What is the purpose of rising action in a story?

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The rising action builds tension and develops the conflict leading up to the climax.

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How does the exposition set the stage for a story?

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The exposition sets the stage by providing background information about the characters, setting, and initial conflict.

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What is the significance of the falling action in a narrative?

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The falling action shows the aftermath of the climax and leads to the resolution.