Story Elements

Front

What is the term for the events that close the story after the climax?

Back

Falling Action

Front

What is the series of events that build from the inciting force to the climax called?

Back

Rising Action

Front

What is the definition of falling action?

Back

The events that close the story after the climax.

Front

What part of the story ties up all the loose ends and resolves the conflict?

Back

Resolution

Front

What is the term for the main character's struggle with himself, another character, or a thing such as nature?

Back

Conflict

Front

What is the main character in a story called?

Back

Protagonist

Front

What is the character or force that opposes the main character?

Back

Antagonist

Front

What is the turning point of the story where the main conflict reaches its peak?

Back

Climax

Front

What is the introduction of the story that sets the stage for the plot?

Back

Exposition

Front

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

Back

Theme