Plot Elements

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What does PLOT mean?

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A sequence of events in a story.

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What is the right order of a plot diagram?

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Exposition, Rising action, Climax, Falling action, Resolution.

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After the climax, problems start to be solved in the . . .

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Falling action.

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The lesson a reader understands when the plot ends is called . . .

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Theme.

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What is the SETTING?

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The time and place of events.

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What is the EXPOSITION in a story?

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The introduction of the story, where characters and setting are introduced.

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What is RISING ACTION?

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The series of events that create suspense and lead up to the climax.

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What is CLIMAX?

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The most exciting part of the story, where the main conflict reaches its peak.

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What is FALLING ACTION?

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The events that follow the climax and lead to the resolution.

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What is RESOLUTION?

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The conclusion of the story, where conflicts are resolved.