Plot Vocabulary

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What is plot?

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The sequence of events that make up a story, including the beginning, middle, and end.

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Why is plot important?

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It engages the reader and keeps us interested in the story.

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What are the main components of a plot diagram?

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

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What is the exposition in a story?

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The introduction of the story where characters, setting, and basic situation are presented.

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What is rising action?

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The events that lead to the climax and introduce conflicts for the main characters.

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What is the climax of a story?

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The tense turning point and pivotal moment in the story.

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What is falling action?

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The events that follow the climax and lead to the resolution.

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What is resolution?

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The part of the plot that ties up loose ends and resolves the story.

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What does 'conflict' mean in a story?

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The struggle between opposing forces that drives the plot.

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What is a protagonist?

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The main character in a story, often facing challenges or conflicts.