Plot Elements

Front

What is the term for the time and location that a story takes place?

Back

Setting

Front

What type of conflict involves a character struggling against nature?

Back

Man vs. Nature

Front

What provides background information about the setting and characters in a story?

Back

Exposition

Front

What do we call a person or animal that takes part in the action of a story?

Back

Character

Front

What type of conflict involves a character's internal struggle with their mind or heart?

Back

Man vs. Self

Front

What is the term for the main problem or struggle in a story?

Back

Conflict

Front

What is the sequence of events that make up a story called?

Back

Plot

Front

What is the climax of a story?

Back

The turning point or most intense moment in the story.

Front

What is the resolution in a story?

Back

The conclusion where conflicts are resolved.

Front

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

Back

Rising Action