Plot Elements

Front

What is the term for the portion of the story where the conflict or problem increases?

Back

rising action

Front

What are the actions or events that happen after the turning point in the text?

Back

Falling Action

Front

What is the exposition of a story?

Back

The introduction where characters and setting are introduced.

Front

What is the term that describes the turning point or the point of great suspense or action in a story?

Back

climax

Front

What is a struggle or problem in a story called?

Back

conflict

Front

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

Back

denouement

Front

What are the main components of a plot structure?

Back

Exposition, rising action, climax, falling action, and denouement.

Front

What is the purpose of the exposition in a story?

Back

To introduce the characters, setting, and initial situation.

Front

How does rising action contribute to the plot?

Back

It builds tension and develops the conflict leading up to the climax.

Front

What is the significance of the climax in a narrative?

Back

It is the moment of greatest tension and the turning point of the story.