Story Elements

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What is Exposition in a story?

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Exposition is the part of a story that introduces the setting, basic situation, and characters.

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What are the five elements of a short story?

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1. Plot 2. Setting 3. Character 4. Theme 5. Conflict

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True or False: Not all short stories have a theme; some are just for entertainment or fun.

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True

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What is suspense in a story?

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Suspense is the feeling of excitement and curiosity that keeps the reader reading.

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What are the six elements of a story arc?

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1. Introduction/Exposition 2. Inciting Incident 3. Rising Action 4. Climax 5. Falling Action/Denouement 6. Resolution

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Define 'Plot' in the context of a story.

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Plot is the sequence of events that make up a story, including the conflict and resolution.

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What is 'Setting' in a story?

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Setting refers to the time and place where the story occurs.

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What does 'Character' mean in literature?

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Character refers to the individuals who participate in the action of a story.

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What is 'Theme' in a story?

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Theme is the central idea or message that the story conveys.

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Define 'Conflict' in a story.

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Conflict is the struggle between opposing forces that drives the plot.