Elements of a Story

Front

What is the sequence of events in a story or novel called?

Back

Plot

Front

Who is the person in a story that has a strong effect on the plot?

Back

Protagonist (main character)

Front

During which part of the story are the setting and characters introduced?

Back

Exposition

Front

What part of the plot involves the conflict becoming more complicated?

Back

Rising action

Front

Which part of the plot is the most intense?

Back

Climax

Front

What is the term for the struggle between opposing forces in a story?

Back

Conflict

Front

What is the final part of the story where the conflict is resolved?

Back

Resolution

Front

What do we call the time and place in which a story occurs?

Back

Setting

Front

What is a character called that opposes the main character?

Back

Antagonist

Front

What is the term for the events that follow the climax and lead to the resolution?

Back

Falling action