Short Story Elements Review

Front

What is the term for a conflict between a character and nature?

Back

Man vs. Nature

Front

What do we call the main character in a story?

Back

Protagonist

Front

What is the term for language that creates special effects or meanings?

Back

Figurative Language

Front

What is the action that builds suspense in a story called?

Back

Rising Action

Front

What is the sequence of events in a story known as?

Back

Plot

Front

What is the term for a character who opposes the protagonist?

Back

Antagonist

Front

What do we call the turning point in a story?

Back

Climax

Front

What is the term for the background information provided at the beginning of a story?

Back

Exposition

Front

What is the term for the final resolution of a story?

Back

Denouement

Front

What do we call the central idea or message in a story?

Back

Theme