Plot & Theme

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What is a theme in literature?

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A theme is the central idea or underlying message in a story, often reflecting on universal human experiences.

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What is the difference between a topic and a theme?

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A topic is the subject of a story, while a theme is the deeper meaning or message about that subject.

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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 the main components of a plot?

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The main components of a plot include exposition, rising action, climax, falling action, and resolution.

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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 basic situation.

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What is rising action?

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Rising action is the part of the plot where the conflict develops and intensifies, leading up to the climax.

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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 falling action?

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Falling action is the part of the plot that follows the climax and leads to the resolution.

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What is resolution in a story?

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Resolution is the part of the plot 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 a person, animal, or figure represented in a story.