Short Story Elements

Front

What is the main character of a story called?

Back

Protagonist

Front

What is the term for the end of a story where everything is resolved?

Back

Resolution

Front

What type of conflict involves a character opposing another character?

Back

Person vs. person conflict

Front

What is the term for a character's internal struggle with their emotions?

Back

Person vs. self conflict

Front

What do we call the atmosphere or emotional condition of a story?

Back

Mood

Front

What is the term for the sequence of events in a story?

Back

Plot

Front

What is the term for the time and place in which a story occurs?

Back

Setting

Front

What is the term for the underlying message or lesson of a story?

Back

Theme

Front

What is a character called that opposes the protagonist?

Back

Antagonist

Front

What is the term for the introduction of background information in a story?

Back

Exposition