Elements of Plot

Front

What is the sequence of events in a story called?

Back

Plot

Front

What part of the story introduces the characters and setting?

Back

Exposition

Front

What is the main problem that the protagonist faces in a story?

Back

Conflict

Front

What part of the story builds tension and leads to the climax?

Back

Rising Action

Front

What is the turning point of the story where the main conflict reaches its peak?

Back

Climax

Front

What part of the story comes after the climax and starts to resolve the conflict?

Back

Falling Action

Front

What is the part of the story where the main conflict is resolved?

Back

Resolution

Front

Who are the people or animals that are part of the story?

Back

Characters

Front

What term describes the time and place in which a story occurs?

Back

Setting

Front

What is the message or lesson that a story conveys called?

Back

Theme