Defining Plot Elements

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What is the exposition in a story?

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The exposition introduces the characters, setting, conflict, and the backgrounds of each.

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What is the typical order of plot elements?

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1. Exposition 2. Rising actions 3. Climax 4. Falling Actions 5. Resolution

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What is falling action?

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Falling action refers to the events leading to the end of the story.

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What is resolution in a story?

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Resolution is when the conflict is solved and the story ends.

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What does 'Man vs. Self' conflict mean?

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It is a conflict that comes from within a character.

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What is a character in a story?

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A character is a person, animal, or being that plays a role in the story.

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What is setting in a story?

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Setting refers to the time and place where the story occurs.

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What is a conflict in literature?

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Conflict is a struggle between opposing forces that drives the plot.

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What is climax in a story?

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Climax is the turning point of the story, where the main conflict reaches its peak.

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What are rising actions?

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Rising actions are events that build tension and lead up to the climax.