Story Elements Flashcard

Front

What is the beginning of the story where the setting and main character are introduced?

Back

Exposition

Front

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

Back

Resolution

Front

What is a problem or struggle between two opposing forces in a story?

Back

Conflict

Front

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

Back

Setting

Front

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

Back

Characters

Front

What is the sequence of events that make up a story?

Back

Plot

Front

What is the part of the story where the tension builds and the conflict develops?

Back

Rising Action

Front

What is the turning point of the story, where the main character faces the conflict?

Back

Climax

Front

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

Back

Falling Action

Front

What is the main character in a story, often facing a conflict?

Back

Protagonist