Plot Elements

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What is the definition of plot?

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The sequence of events in the story.

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The problem in a story is the...

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conflict.

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What type of conflict is best shown here: man vs. man, man vs. self, man vs. nature, man vs. society?

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man vs. man.

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The main character of the story is called?

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The protagonist.

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Which part of the story is represented by rising action?

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The events that lead up to the climax.

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What is the climax of a story?

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The turning point or most intense moment.

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What is the resolution in a story?

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The conclusion where conflicts are resolved.

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What is the exposition in a story?

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The introduction of the story, where characters and setting are introduced.

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What does 'man vs. nature' conflict mean?

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A struggle between a character and natural forces.

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What does 'man vs. self' conflict mean?

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A struggle within a character's own mind.