Theme and Plot Flashcard

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What is a character in a story?

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A character is a person, animal, or figure in a story that plays a role in the plot.

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What is a setting in a story?

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The setting is the time and place where the story occurs.

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What is the plot of a story?

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The plot is what happens in the story, including the beginning, middle, and end.

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What is a theme in a story?

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The theme is the main message or lesson that the story conveys.

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How can a reader find the theme of a story?

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The reader must understand what the character has learned and infer the theme.

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What are the main elements of a story?

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The main elements of a story are characters, setting, plot, and theme.

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What is the beginning of a story called?

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The beginning of a story is called the exposition.

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What happens in the middle of a story?

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In the middle of a story, the conflict develops and the characters face challenges.

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What is the end of a story called?

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The end of a story is called the resolution or conclusion.

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What is a conflict in a story?

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A conflict is a struggle between opposing forces, which drives the plot.