Story Elements

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What is the protagonist of a story?

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The protagonist is the main character in a story, play, or novel, often facing challenges and driving the plot.

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What is characterization?

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Characterization is the process by which a writer reveals the personality, traits, and feelings of a character.

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What is a flashback?

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A flashback is a sudden and vivid memory of a past event that interrupts the current narrative.

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What is an internal conflict?

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An internal conflict is a struggle that takes place within a character's mind, often involving emotions or decisions.

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What is a climax in a story?

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The climax is the turning point in a story where the main conflict reaches its highest intensity.

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What is a conflict in literature?

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A conflict is a struggle between opposing forces, which can be internal (within a character) or external (between characters or forces).

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What is the setting of a story?

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The setting is the time and place in which the story occurs, providing context for the characters and events.

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What is a theme in literature?

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A theme is the central idea or message that the author conveys through the story.

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What is a supporting character?

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A supporting character is a character who helps to develop the main character and the plot, but is not the focus of the story.

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What is a plot?

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The plot is the sequence of events that make up a story, including the introduction, rising action, climax, falling action, and resolution.