Plot Structure

Front

What is the term for the series of events that occur as a result of the character's struggle with the central conflict?

Back

Rising Action

Front

What is the highest point of interest or suspense in a story, where the protagonist addresses the conflict directly?

Back

Climax

Front

What is the literary element that describes the structure of a story, showing the arrangement of events and actions?

Back

Plot

Front

What are the events in a plot line where the tension eases and show the results of how the main character begins to resolve the conflict?

Back

Falling Actions

Front

What is the term for the use of specific objects or images to represent ideas, such as the mockingjay in The Hunger Games?

Back

Symbolism

Front

What is the beginning part of a story that introduces the characters, setting, and conflict?

Back

Exposition

Front

What is the term for the main problem or struggle in a story that drives the plot?

Back

Conflict

Front

What is the part of the plot that follows the climax and leads to the resolution?

Back

Falling Action

Front

What is the final part of a story where the conflict is resolved and the story comes to a close?

Back

Resolution

Front

What is the term for the events that build up to the climax, creating tension and excitement?

Back

Rising Action