Plot Structure
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English
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5th Grade
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the Falling Action in a plot?
Back
The part of the narrative that wraps up the story, resolves loose ends, and leads toward closure.
Tags
CCSS.RL.4.3
CCSS.RL.4.5
CCSS.RL.5.3
CCSS.RL.5.5
CCSS.RL.6.3
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the Resolution in a plot?
Back
The conclusion of the story’s plot, where the main conflict is resolved.
Tags
CCSS.RL.4.3
CCSS.RL.4.5
CCSS.RL.5.3
CCSS.RL.5.5
CCSS.RL.6.3
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What happens during the Rising Action?
Back
The problem faced by the main character is developed, leading to increased tension and suspense.
Tags
CCSS.RL.4.3
CCSS.RL.4.5
CCSS.RL.5.3
CCSS.RL.5.5
CCSS.RL.6.3
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the Climax in a narrative?
Back
The highest point of tension or drama in the plot, where the main conflict reaches its peak.
Tags
CCSS.RL.5.3
CCSS.RL.5.7
CCSS.RL.6.3
CCSS.RL.6.9
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the Exposition in a story?
Back
The introduction of the story, where characters, setting, and the main conflict are established.
Tags
CCSS.RL.2.10
CCSS.RL.2.2
CCSS.RL.2.3
CCSS.RL.4.3
CCSS.RL.4.4
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Define Plot Structure.
Back
The organized pattern or sequence of events that make up a story, typically including exposition, rising action, climax, falling action, and resolution.
Tags
CCSS.RL.4.3
CCSS.RL.4.5
CCSS.RL.5.3
CCSS.RL.5.5
CCSS.RL.6.3
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What role does character development play in Rising Action?
Back
It helps to build suspense and deepen the audience's connection to the characters as they face challenges.
Tags
CCSS.RL.4.3
CCSS.RL.4.5
CCSS.RL.5.3
CCSS.RL.5.5
CCSS.RL.6.3
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