Story Elements

Front

What is an internal conflict?

Back

A struggle that takes place within a character's mind, often involving emotions or decisions.

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

Front

What are character traits?

Back

Qualities or characteristics that define a person or character, such as bravery, kindness, or honesty.

Tags

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

Front

What are characters in a story?

Back

The people or animals that take part in the events of a fiction story.

Front

What is character vs society conflict?

Back

A struggle between a character and the societal norms or values, often highlighting issues like prejudice or social expectations.

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

Front

What is character vs character conflict?

Back

A struggle between two characters, often leading to tension or competition.

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

Front

What is the setting of a story?

Back

The time and place in which the story occurs.

Tags

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

Front

What is the plot of a story?

Back

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

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.4.5

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.5

CCSS.RL.6.3

Front

What is a resolution in a story?

Back

The part of the story where the conflict is resolved and the story comes to a close.

Tags

CCSS.RL.2.10

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.4.4

Front

What is a theme in literature?

Back

The underlying message or main idea that the author wants to convey through the story.

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.2

CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

Front

What is an external conflict?

Back

A struggle between a character and an outside force, such as another character, nature, or society.

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3