Plot Elements

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What is the exposition in a story?

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The exposition is the part of the story that introduces the characters, setting, and background information.

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What is the rising action in a plot?

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The rising action includes the events that lead up to the climax, building tension and developing the conflict.

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What is the climax of a story?

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The climax is the turning point of the story, where the main conflict reaches its highest intensity.

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What is the falling action in a plot?

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The falling action includes the events that follow the climax and lead to the resolution.

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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 protagonist?

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The protagonist is the main character in a story, often facing a conflict that needs to be resolved.

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What is an antagonist?

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The antagonist is a character or force that opposes the protagonist, creating conflict in 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.

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What are character traits?

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Character traits are the qualities or characteristics that define a character's personality.

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What is a plot?

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