Plot Structure Flashcard

Front

What is the leading character in a story, often referred to as 'the good guy'?

Back

Protagonist

Front

What term describes a problem in a story?

Back

Conflict

Front

When the narrator of the story is a character in the story, it is written in which point of view?

Back

1st person

Front

What part of the story is represented by rising action?

Back

The part where the suspense occurs and conflict begins.

Front

What is the term for the part of the story where the conflict is resolved?

Back

Resolution

Front

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

Back

Exposition

Front

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

Back

Rising Action

Front

What is the climax of a story?

Back

The turning point or most intense moment in the story.

Front

What is the term for the events that follow the climax and lead to the resolution?

Back

Falling Action

Front

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

Back

Theme