Plot Structure

Front

What is the Inciting Incident?

Back

The problem is introduced.

Front

What part of the story is the Falling Action / Resolution?

Back

The part of the story where the conflict starts to resolve.

Front

What is RISING ACTION?

Back

The characters try to solve the problem.

Front

What part of the story is the Climax?

Back

The turning point of the story where the main conflict reaches its peak.

Front

What does EXPOSITION do in a story?

Back

It EXPOSES characters and setting.

Front

What is the purpose of the Exposition in plot structure?

Back

To introduce the characters, setting, and initial conflict.

Front

What happens during the Climax of a story?

Back

The main conflict is confronted and the outcome is determined.

Front

What is the Falling Action in a story?

Back

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

Front

What is the Resolution in plot structure?

Back

The conclusion of the story where loose ends are tied up.

Front

What is a key characteristic of the Rising Action?

Back

It builds tension and develops the conflict.