Plot Elements

Front

What are the events that lead to the climax of a story called?

Back

Rising action

Front

What is the term for the turning point or the point of great suspense in a story?

Back

Climax

Front

What do we call all the events that happen before the climax?

Back

Rising action

Front

What is the resolution in a story?

Back

The solution to the problem

Front

What is the problem in a story called?

Back

Conflict

Front

What is the beginning part of a story that introduces the characters and setting?

Back

Exposition

Front

What comes after the climax and leads to the resolution?

Back

Falling action

Front

What is the main struggle between opposing forces in a story?

Back

Conflict

Front

What is the final outcome of the story called?

Back

Resolution

Front

What part of the story provides background information?

Back

Exposition