Story Elements

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What is a character in a story?

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A character is a person, animal, or creature in a story.

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What is a setting in a story?

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The setting is where and when the story takes place.

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What is a problem in a story?

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The problem is the challenge or conflict that the characters face.

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What is a solution in a story?

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The solution is how the problem is solved in the story.

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Can you name a character from a story?

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Examples include Goldilocks, the Three Bears, or a superhero.

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Can you name a setting from a story?

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Examples include a forest, a castle, or a school.

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What happens in the beginning of a story?

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The beginning introduces the characters and the setting.

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What happens in the middle of a story?

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The middle usually contains the problem and the characters' attempts to solve it.

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What happens at the end of a story?

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The end shows how the problem is resolved.

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What is the main character called?

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The main character is often called the protagonist.