Plot Elements

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What is the climax of a story?

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The climax is the turning point or the point of great suspense or action in a story.

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What is an antagonist?

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An antagonist is the enemy or opposition of the main character in a story.

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What does exposition mean in a story?

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Exposition is the part of the story that introduces the characters, setting, and basic situation.

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What is the setting of a story?

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The setting is the time and location where a story takes place.

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What is rising action?

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

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What is falling action?

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Falling action is the events that occur after the climax, leading towards the resolution.

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What is resolution in a story?

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Resolution is the part of the story where the conflict is resolved and the story comes to a close.

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What is the main character of a story called?

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The main character is called the protagonist.

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What is a theme in literature?

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A theme is the central idea or message that the author wants to convey through the story.

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What is a plot?

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A plot is the sequence of events that make up a story.