English 1 Midterm

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What are the stages of a story plot?

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Exposition, Rising Action, Climax, Falling Action, Resolution

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What are the two types of conflict in literature?

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External and Internal

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What type of conflict is represented when a character faces societal pressure?

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Character vs. Society

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What type of conflict is represented when a character struggles against nature?

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Character vs. Nature

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What is the definition of 'theme' in literature?

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The message or lesson the writer wants the reader to take away.

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What is 'exposition' in a story?

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The introduction of background information, setting, and characters.

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What is 'rising action' in a story?

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The series of events that create suspense and lead to the climax.

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What is 'climax' in a story?

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The turning point or most intense moment in the story.

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What is 'falling action' in a story?

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

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What is 'resolution' in a story?

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The conclusion where conflicts are resolved and the story comes to an end.