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What is the definition of 'plot' in literature?

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The sequence of events that make up a story, including the conflict, climax, and resolution.

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What are the main elements of plot structure?

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Exposition, rising action, climax, falling action, and resolution.

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What is 'exposition' in a story?

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The introduction of background information, including characters, setting, and the initial situation.

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What is 'rising action' in a plot?

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The series of events that create suspense and lead up 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, where the main conflict reaches its peak.

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What is 'falling action' in a plot?

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The events that follow the climax and lead to the resolution, where conflicts begin to resolve.

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What is 'resolution' in a story?

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The conclusion of the story where conflicts are resolved and the story comes to a close.

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What is 'conflict' in literature?

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The struggle between opposing forces, which drives the plot of the story.

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What are the two main types of conflict?

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Internal conflict (within a character) and external conflict (between characters or forces).

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What is 'point of view' in literature?

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The perspective from which a story is told, influencing how readers perceive the narrative.