Story and Investigation Flashcard

Front

What type of conflict is represented when a character struggles against natural forces?

Back

Character vs. Nature

Front

What term describes the viewpoint from which a story is narrated?

Back

Point of view

Front

What is the term for the underlying message or main idea of a literary work?

Back

Theme

Front

What do we call the part of a story where all the plot threads are resolved?

Back

Resolution

Front

Who is the character that opposes the protagonist in a story?

Back

Antagonist

Front

What is the term for the main character in a story?

Back

Protagonist

Front

What is the difference between first-person and third-person point of view?

Back

First-person uses 'I' or 'we' and provides a personal perspective, while third-person uses 'he,' 'she,' or 'they' and is more objective.

Front

What is a subplot in a narrative?

Back

A secondary plot that runs parallel to the main plot.

Front

What is the climax of a story?

Back

The turning point or most intense moment in the narrative.

Front

What is the significance of setting in a story?

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Setting establishes the time and place of the narrative, influencing the mood and context.