Plot Structure

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What is the plot of a story?

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The plot is everything that happens in a story.

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What is the conclusion of the story’s plot called?

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The conclusion of the story’s plot is called the Resolution.

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What is the very first part of the plot?

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The very first part of the plot is called the Exposition.

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During which part of the plot is the problem faced by the main character developed?

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The problem faced by the main character is developed during the Rising Action.

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What part of the plot often includes information about events that happened before the story began?

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The Exposition often includes information about events that happened before the story began.

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What is the climax of a story?

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The climax is the most intense, exciting, or important point of the story.

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What is the rising action in a plot?

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The rising action includes events that create suspense and lead up to the climax.

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What is falling action in a story?

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The falling action includes events that happen after the climax and lead to the resolution.

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What is the conflict in a story?

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The conflict is the struggle between opposing forces, which drives the plot.

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What does the resolution of a story do?

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The resolution ties up loose ends and concludes the story.