Elements of a Plot Flashcard Review

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What is the exposition in a plot?

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The exposition introduces characters, the initial setting, and the main problem or conflict of the story.

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What plot element is represented by the star in a plot diagram?

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The star represents the exposition.

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What is the climax of a story?

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The climax is the turning point where the main character faces a dramatic event or change; it is the most suspenseful part of the story.

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What does resolution mean in a plot?

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Resolution is the end of the story; it is the conclusion where conflicts are resolved.

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What is rising action in a plot?

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Rising action is a series of problems and solutions that lead to a big event or reveal, where tension builds between the protagonist and antagonist.

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Define falling action in a plot.

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Falling action is the part of the story that follows the climax and leads to the resolution, where the story begins to wind down.

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What is the main purpose of the exposition?

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The main purpose of the exposition is to set the stage for the story by introducing the characters, setting, and initial conflict.

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How does the climax affect the story?

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The climax affects the story by creating a turning point that leads to the resolution of the main conflict.

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What happens during the rising action?

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During the rising action, the main character faces challenges and conflicts that build suspense and lead to the climax.

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What is the relationship between the climax and resolution?

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The climax is the turning point that leads to the resolution, where the story's conflicts are resolved.