Short Fiction Unit Vocab.

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What kind of conflict is a character facing when making a decision about evidence he has found?

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Internal conflict: A struggle within a character's mind, often involving emotions or decisions.

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What is a logical guess made based on facts and one's own knowledge and experience?

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Inference: A conclusion drawn from evidence and reasoning.

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What is the term for the point in the story where it takes a turn and is often considered the most exciting part?

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Climax: The peak of the story's action and conflict.

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What does falling action lead to in a story?

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End or resolution: The part of the story that follows the climax and leads to the conclusion.

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What are the people or animals that take part in the action of a story called?

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Characters: The individuals who drive the story's plot.

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What is the term for the introduction of background information in a story?

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Exposition: The part of the story that sets the stage for the action.

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What is the sequence of events in a story called?

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Plot: The structured sequence of events that make up a story.

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What is the term for the events that build up to the climax of a story?

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Rising action: The series of events that create suspense and tension leading to the climax.

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What is the term for the final part of a story where loose ends are tied up?

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Resolution: The conclusion of the story where conflicts are resolved.

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What is the term for the main idea or underlying message of a story?

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Theme: The central topic or message that the story conveys.