Story Elements

Front

What is the end of the story where loose ends are tied up?

Back

Resolution

Front

What is the most exciting moment of the story; the turning point?

Back

Climax

Front

Who are the people, animals, or things that help to shape the plot?

Back

Characters

Front

What is the term for where and when the story takes place?

Back

Setting

Front

What is the series of conflicts or struggles that build a story toward a climax?

Back

Rising Action

Front

What is the beginning of the story that introduces the characters and setting?

Back

Exposition

Front

What is the part of the story where the main conflict is introduced?

Back

Conflict

Front

What is the part of the story that follows the climax and leads to the resolution?

Back

Falling Action

Front

What term describes the main character in a story?

Back

Protagonist

Front

What is the term for a character or force that opposes the protagonist?

Back

Antagonist