Story Elements & Plot

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What is the exposition of a story?

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The exposition is the beginning part of a story where characters, setting, and background information are introduced.

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What happens during the rising action of a story?

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

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What is the climax of a story?

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The climax is the most exciting or intense part of the story, where the main conflict reaches its peak.

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What is the resolution of a story?

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The resolution is the part of the story where the conflict is resolved and the story comes to an end.

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What is a theme in literature?

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The theme is the lesson or moral of a story, often reflecting the author's message.

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What are characters in a story?

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Characters are the individuals that the story is about, including protagonists and antagonists.

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What is the setting of a story?

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The setting is the time and place where the story occurs.

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What is an inciting incident?

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The inciting incident is an event that sets the main action of the story in motion.

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What is a conflict in a story?

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Conflict is the struggle between opposing forces, which drives the plot.

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What is a protagonist?

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The protagonist is the main character in a story, often facing challenges or conflicts.