Identifying Elements of a Fiction Story

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What is the antagonist of a story?

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The antagonist is a character or force that opposes the protagonist, but it does not have to be a person; it can be an idea, nature, or society.

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What part of the plot introduces the characters and setting?

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The Exposition is the part of the plot that introduces the characters, setting, and background information.

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What point of view uses 'you' or 'your'?

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Second person point of view uses 'you' or 'your'.

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How should a theme be expressed?

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A theme should be expressed in a sentence that captures the main idea or message of the story.

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What are the events that happen in a story called?

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The events that happen in a story are called the Plot.

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What is the main character of a story called?

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The main character of a story is called the Protagonist.

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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, often where the main conflict reaches its peak.

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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 conflicts are resolved and the story comes to a close.

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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 wants to convey through the story.

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What is a conflict in a story?

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