JH Elements of Fiction

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Element of fiction that describes WHEN and WHERE a story takes place?

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Setting

Front

What kind of characterization requires the reader to infer what a character is like based on their words and actions? Example: "She tripped the younger girl on purpose." ; "He held his hand out to help the girl stand up."

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Indirect Characterization

Front

What kind of characterization has the author directly tell you what a character is like? Example: "He is mean"; "She is friendly"

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Direct Characterization

Front

What is the element of fiction that describes the problem in the story?

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Conflict

Front

When two characters are fighting or arguing, it is called...

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Character vs. Character Conflict

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When a character has a problem with themselves that they need to change, it is called...

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Character vs. Self Conflict

Front

When a character has to survive in a difficult environment (like a desert or the snow), it is called...

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Character vs. Nature Conflict

Front

What is the element of fiction that teaches the reader a moral or lesson? Options: Conflict, Theme, Setting, Plot

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Theme

Front

Plot

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The sequence of events in the story

Front

Falling Action

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events leading to the end of the story