Plot Diagram

Front

What is a plot diagram?

Back

A visual representation of the structure of a story, showing the sequence of events.

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CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.5

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

Front

What are the main parts of a plot diagram?

Back

Exposition, Rising Action, Climax, Falling Action, Resolution.

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CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.5

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.5

Front

What is the exposition in a story?

Back

The introduction of the story, where characters, setting, and conflict are introduced.

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CCSS.RL.6.9

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

Front

What is rising action?

Back

The series of events that lead up to the climax, building tension and developing the conflict.

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CCSS.RL.6.9

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

Front

What is the climax of a story?

Back

The turning point of the story, where the main conflict reaches its highest intensity.

Tags

CCSS.RL.6.9

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

Front

What is falling action?

Back

The events that follow the climax and begin to resolve the conflict.

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CCSS.RL.6.9

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

Front

What is resolution?

Back

The conclusion of the story, where conflicts are resolved and the story comes to a close.

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CCSS.RL.6.9

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

Front

How does the climax affect the falling action?

Back

The climax sets the stage for the falling action, as it leads to the resolution of the conflict.

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CCSS.RL.9-10.5

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.5

Front

What is the purpose of a plot diagram?

Back

To help readers understand the structure and flow of a story.

Tags

CCSS.RL.9-10.5

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.5

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

Front

Can a story have multiple climaxes?

Back

Yes, a story can have multiple climaxes, especially in complex narratives.

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CCSS.RL.6.9

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.5.3