Elements of a Story

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What is the falling action in a story?

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The falling action is the part of the story that follows the climax and leads to the resolution, where the conflict begins to resolve.

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What is the introduction/exposition of a story?

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The introduction/exposition is the beginning part of the story where the main characters, setting, and problem are introduced.

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Who is the protagonist in a story?

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The protagonist is the main character in a story, often facing a conflict that needs to be resolved.

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What does 'Man vs. Society' mean in literature?

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'Man vs. Society' is a type of conflict where a character struggles against societal norms, laws, or beliefs.

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How many points of view are commonly used in storytelling?

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There are 3 main points of view: first person, second person, and third person.

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What is the climax of a story?

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The climax is the most intense, exciting, or important point of the story, where the main conflict reaches its peak.

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What is the resolution in a story?

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The resolution is the part of the story where the conflict is resolved, and the story comes to a close.

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What is a conflict in a story?

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A conflict is a struggle between opposing forces, which drives the plot of the story.

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What is the setting of a story?

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The setting is the time and place in which the story occurs.

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What is a theme in literature?

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A theme is the central idea or message that runs throughout a story.