Story Elements

Front

What is the message or lesson learned in a story?

Back

Theme

Front

What two words best describe the setting of a story?

Back

Where, When

Front

What do we call the events that happen in the beginning, middle, and end of a story?

Back

Plot

Front

What do we call the time and place where a story takes place?

Back

Setting

Front

What element of a story provides the drama?

Back

Conflict

Front

What are the main characters in a story?

Back

The people or animals that the story is about.

Front

What is the conflict in a story?

Back

The problem or struggle that the characters face.

Front

What is the resolution in a story?

Back

The part where the conflict is resolved.

Front

What is a character's motivation?

Back

The reason why a character does something.

Front

What is the climax of a story?

Back

The most exciting part where the main conflict reaches its peak.