Understanding Story Elements and Structure

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What is a CLIMAX in a story?

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The most exciting point in the story.

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When do you usually meet main characters in a story?

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In the introduction.

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What is the most exciting event in 'The Three Little Pigs'?

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The wolf goes down the chimney and into the fireplace.

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What is the main problem in a story called?

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Conflict.

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What is another word for conclusion?

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End.

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What are the main parts of a story?

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Introduction, rising action, climax, falling action, conclusion.

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What is the introduction of a story?

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The part where the characters and setting are introduced.

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What does the rising action in a story do?

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It builds tension and develops the conflict.

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What is the falling action in a story?

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The events that follow the climax and lead to the resolution.

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What is a character in a story?

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A person or animal that takes part in the action of the story.