Elements of Fiction

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What is FALLING ACTION?

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Falling action occurs after the climax and leads to the resolution (end) of the story.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.9

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What is the RESOLUTION in a fiction story?

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The resolution is how the problem is solved.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.9

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What is a PROtagonist?

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The protagonist is the hero or main character within a story, often referred to as 'the good guy'.

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.3.6

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

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What is a CONFLICT in a story?

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A conflict is a problem or struggle within the story.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.9

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What is the SETTING in a fiction story?

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The setting refers to where, when, and how long the story takes place.

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CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

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What is the importance of the CLIMAX in a story?

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The climax is the turning point of the story, where the main conflict reaches its highest intensity.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.9

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What are the main components of a plot?

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The main components of a plot include exposition, rising action, climax, falling action, and resolution.

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CCSS.RL.3.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.4.5

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.5

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What role does the ANTAGONIST play in a story?

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The antagonist is the character or force that opposes the protagonist, creating conflict.

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CCSS.RL.1.3

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

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How does the THEME of a story differ from the plot?

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The theme is the underlying message or central idea of the story, while the plot is the sequence of events.

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CCSS.RL.3.9

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

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What is the significance of CHARACTERIZATION in fiction?

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Characterization is the process by which the author reveals the personality and traits of characters.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3