Plot Elements

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What is the climax of a story often referred to as?

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The turning point.

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What information is typically found in the exposition of a story?

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Where and when the story is taking place, along with characters' names and descriptions.

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Which part of the plot does the falling action indicate?

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It occurs right after the climax.

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What part of a story occurs right after the climax?

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Falling action.

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What happens during the rising action?

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Complications arise, the plot 'thickens', and the majority of the story is told.

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What is the definition of 'exposition'?

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The introduction of the story where characters, setting, and background information are presented.

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What is the purpose of the 'falling action'?

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To show 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 conclusion where conflicts are resolved and the story comes to an end.

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What does 'rising action' build up to?

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The climax of the story.

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What is a key characteristic of the climax?

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It is the most intense, exciting, or important point of the story.