Fiction Notes (Literary Elements)

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What does POV stand for in literature?

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POV stands for Point of View, which refers to the perspective from which a story is told (1st person, 3rd person limited, or 3rd person omniscient).

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What is the theme of a story?

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The theme is the moral or lesson that the author is trying to convey through the story.

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What is the rising action in a plot?

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The rising action is the second phase of the plot where tension builds and the conflict develops.

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What is the setting of a story?

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The setting is the time in history and place (location) where the story takes place.

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What happens during the falling action of a plot?

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The falling action is the fourth phase of a plot, occurring immediately after the climax, where the story begins to wind down.

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What is characterization?

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Characterization is the process by which the author reveals the personality and traits of a character in the story.

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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 the resolution in a plot?

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The resolution is the final phase of the plot where the conflicts are resolved and the story concludes.

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What is conflict in literature?

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Conflict is the struggle between opposing forces in a story, which drives the plot forward.

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What is an antagonist?

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An antagonist is a character or force in conflict with the main character (protagonist) of the story.