Elements of Plot

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What are the 5 parts of plot in a typical story?

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1. Exposition 2. Rising Action 3. Climax 4. Falling Action 5. Resolution

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What is the 'exposition' in a story?

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The beginning of a story that introduces the characters and the setting.

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What is the 'rising action' in a story?

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Events in the story where the character takes steps to resolve the problems.

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What is the 'climax' of a story?

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The moment of greatest interest.

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What is the 'falling action' in a story?

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Events that follow the climax and lead to the resolution.

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What is the 'resolution' in a story?

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The story is over and the loose ends are tied up.

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What is the purpose of the exposition?

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To set the stage for the story by introducing characters and setting.

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How does rising action build tension in a story?

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By introducing conflicts and challenges that the characters must face.

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Why is the climax important in a story?

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It is the turning point where the main conflict reaches its highest intensity.

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What happens during the falling action?

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The story begins to wind down and conflicts start to resolve.