Elements of Plot Flashcard

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What is the resolution in a story?

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

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What is a character in literature?

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A character is an individual in a literary work, such as a person, animal, or figure.

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What is rising action in a story?

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Rising action is the series of events that lead up to the climax, building tension and developing the conflict.

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What is the conflict of a story?

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The conflict is the main problem or struggle that drives the plot of the story.

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What is point of view in literature?

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Point of view is the perspective from which a story is told, influencing how the reader experiences the narrative.

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What is exposition in a story?

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Exposition is the introduction of background information, setting, and characters at the beginning of a story.

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What is falling action in a story?

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Falling action is the events that follow the climax and lead to the resolution, showing the aftermath of the conflict.

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What is a theme in literature?

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A theme is the central idea or message that the author conveys through the story.

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What is the setting of a story?

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The setting is the time and place in which the story occurs, providing context for the events.

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What is a plot in literature?

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The plot is the sequence of events that make up a story, including the conflict, climax, and resolution.