Fiction Story Elements Terms Review

Front

What is the term for the problem the character faces in their own mind?

Back

Character vs. self

Front

What is the part of the story where everything is wrapped up and resolved?

Back

Resolution

Front

What do we call the character who opposes the main character?

Back

Antagonist

Front

What introduces the conflict in a story?

Back

Initiating event

Front

What term describes when things start to settle down in the story?

Back

Falling action

Front

What is the main character in a story called?

Back

Protagonist

Front

What is the term for the highest point of tension in a story?

Back

Climax

Front

What is the beginning part of a story that sets the scene and introduces characters?

Back

Exposition

Front

What is the series of events that build up to the climax called?

Back

Rising action

Front

What term describes the struggle between opposing forces in a story?

Back

Conflict