Literary Elements

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What is a Plot Structure Diagram?

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A visual representation of the structure of a story, showing the sequence of events including exposition, rising action, climax, falling action, and resolution.

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Where does the RISING ACTION occur in a Plot Structure Diagram?

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It occurs after the exposition and before the climax, building tension and developing the conflict.

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What is a simile?

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A figure of speech that compares two different things using 'like' or 'as'.

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Provide an example of a simile.

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"The best friends were like two peas in a pod."

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What is the resolution of a story?

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The part of the story where the conflict is resolved and the protagonist achieves their goal.

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What is the setting of a story?

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The time and place in which the story occurs, including details like location, weather, and atmosphere.

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Which of the following is NOT a detail that describes the setting?

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Characters.

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What is conflict in literature?

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The struggle between opposing forces that drives the plot of a story.

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What are the types of conflict in literature?

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Man vs. Man, Man vs. Nature, Man vs. Technology, Man vs. Self.

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What is 'Man vs. Technology' conflict?

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A type of conflict where a character faces challenges or battles against technology or machines.