Plot Elements

Front

What is the problem/exposition of the story?

Back

The beginning of the story where the problem, setting, and main character is introduced.

Front

What goes in the first blank?

Back

Problem/Exposition

Front

What goes in the last blank?

Back

Resolution

Front

What is the rising action of the story?

Back

The part of the story that builds suspense.

Front

What is the resolution of the story?

Back

The end of the story, where the problem is solved.

Front

What is the climax of a story?

Back

The most important part of the story where the main conflict reaches its peak.

Front

What is the falling action of a story?

Back

The part of the story that follows the climax and leads to the resolution.

Front

What is a character in a story?

Back

A person, animal, or being that takes part in the action of the story.

Front

What is the setting of a story?

Back

The time and place where the story occurs.

Front

What is a conflict in a story?

Back

The struggle between opposing forces that drives the plot.