Literary Elements

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What is the setting of a story?

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The setting is the time and place in which a story occurs. It includes the environment, location, and period.

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What are the main functions of the setting in a story?

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The setting creates a mood or atmosphere, shows a different way of life, and can symbolize an idea.

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What is a conflict in a story?

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A conflict is a struggle between opposing forces, which drives the plot of the story.

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What are the types of conflict in literature?

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The main types of conflict are external (Man vs. Man, Man vs. Nature, Man vs. Society) and internal (Man vs. Self).

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What is the resolution in a story?

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The resolution is the part of the story where the conflict is resolved, and the story comes to a close.

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What is mood in literature?

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Mood is the feeling or atmosphere that a writer creates for the reader, often through word choice and setting.

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What is a character's motive?

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A character's motive is the reason behind their actions or behavior in the story.

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What is the exposition of a story?

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The exposition is the introduction of a story, where characters, setting, and the basic situation are presented.

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What is a theme in literature?

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A theme is the central idea or message that the author conveys through the story.

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What is a plot?

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The plot is the sequence of events that make up a story, including the conflict, climax, and resolution.