Elements of Plot

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What is the Inciting Incident in a story?

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The event that sets the central conflict in motion and hooks the reader into the story. Without this, there would be no story.

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What is the Climax of a story?

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The turning point in a story where the conflict or tension hits the highest point. It is the most suspenseful part, after which everything begins to change.

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What does the Resolution of a story refer to?

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The part of the story where the conflict is resolved, and the characters find closure. It often follows the falling action.

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What is Rising Action in a plot?

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The series of events that lead up to the climax, where the conflict develops and tension builds.

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What is Falling Action in a story?

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The events that occur after the climax, leading towards the resolution. It shows the aftermath of the climax.

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Define Exposition in a plot.

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The introduction of the story where characters, setting, and the main conflict are established.

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What is the purpose of the Climax in a story?

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To provide the highest point of tension and conflict, leading to a turning point in the narrative.

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How does the Inciting Incident affect the story?

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It introduces the main conflict and engages the reader, setting the stage for the events that follow.

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What happens during the Falling Action?

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The story begins to wind down, conflicts are resolved, and the characters deal with the consequences of the climax.

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What is the significance of the Resolution?

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It provides closure to the story, resolving any remaining conflicts and showing the final outcomes for the characters.