Story Elements

Front

What is the struggle or problem in a story?

Back

Conflict

Front

Who are the people, animals, or things that help to shape the plot?

Back

Characters

Front

What is the most exciting moment of the story; the turning point?

Back

Climax

Front

What is the main character in a story who wants to reach a goal?

Back

Protagonist

Front

What is a problem or struggle between two opposing forces in a story?

Back

Conflict

Front

What is the beginning part of a story that introduces the characters and setting?

Back

Exposition

Front

What is the part of the story where the tension builds and the conflict develops?

Back

Rising Action

Front

What is the final part of a story where the conflict is resolved?

Back

Resolution

Front

What is the character or force that opposes the main character?

Back

Antagonist

Front

What term describes the sequence of events in a story?

Back

Plot