Literary Elements

Front

What is the term for when the story is narrated by someone who is not a character in the story?

Back

Third person point of view.

Front

In which part of a story are the setting, characters, and conflict introduced?

Back

Exposition.

Front

What is the turning point in a story when everything may change for the character?

Back

Climax.

Front

What do we call the series of events that occur after the exposition and lead up to the climax?

Back

Rising action.

Front

What are the events of a story that occur between the climax and the resolution called?

Back

Falling action.

Front

What is the term for the main problem or struggle in a story?

Back

Conflict.

Front

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

Back

Resolution.

Front

What is the term for the perspective from which a story is told?

Back

Point of view.

Front

What type of characterization involves the author directly telling the reader about a character?

Back

Direct characterization.

Front

What type of characterization involves the reader making inferences about a character based on their actions and dialogue?

Back

Indirect characterization.