What is the rising action in a story?
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The rising action is the series of events that create suspense and tension leading up to the climax.
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Define climax in 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 falling action in a plot?
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The falling action is the events that follow the climax and lead towards the resolution.
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What does resolution mean in a story?
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Resolution is the part of the story where the conflict is resolved and the story comes to a close.
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Identify the part of the plot that is the most intense.
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The climax is the most intense part of the plot.
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What is exposition in a story?
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Exposition is the introduction of background information, setting, and characters at the beginning of the story.
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How does the rising action contribute to a story?
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The rising action builds tension and develops the conflict, engaging the reader and leading to the climax.
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