Literary Elements Review

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What is conflict in a story?

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Conflict is the struggle between opposing forces in a story, which drives the plot. It can be internal (within a character) or external (between characters or between a character and an outside force).

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What is setting in a story?

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Setting refers to the time and place where a story occurs. It includes the physical location, historical context, and the environment in which the characters exist.

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What are characters in a story?

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Characters are the individuals who participate in the action of a story. They can be people, animals, or even inanimate objects that are given human traits.

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What is plot in a story?

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Plot is the sequence of events that make up a story. It typically includes an introduction, rising action, climax, falling action, and resolution.

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What is theme in a story?

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Theme is the central idea or underlying message of a story. It often reflects the author's viewpoint on a particular topic or issue.

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Give an example of a conflict in a story.

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An example of conflict is when a character must choose between following their dreams or fulfilling family obligations.

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What is the importance of setting in a story?

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Setting establishes the context for the characters' actions and influences the mood and atmosphere of the story.

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How can characters be categorized?

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Characters can be categorized as main (protagonist) or secondary (antagonist, supporting characters) based on their roles in the story.

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What is the climax of a story?

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The climax is the turning point in a story, where the main conflict reaches its highest intensity and the outcome becomes clear.

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What does it mean for a story to have a moral?

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A moral is a lesson that can be learned from the story, often related to ethical or social issues.