Plot Elements

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What is the exposition of a story's plot?

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The beginning; characters & setting are introduced.

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What is the climax of a story's plot?

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The most exciting part; a turning point.

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What comes after the climax in a story?

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Falling action.

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What is the resolution of a story's plot?

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The ending when the major conflict has been wrapped up and the reader understands the theme.

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What graphic organizer best represents a story's plot?

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A mountain.

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What is falling action in a story?

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The part of the story where the problems start to be wrapped up after the climax.

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What is rising action in a story?

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The series of events that lead up to the climax.

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What is a plot diagram?

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A visual representation of the structure of a story's plot.

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What is a conflict in a story?

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A struggle between opposing forces that drives the plot.

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What are characters in a story?

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The individuals who take part in the action of the story.