Plot Diagram Review

Front

A series of events that make up a fictional story (from beginning to end).

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Plot

Front

A visual tool that helps us see the different parts of the plot.

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Plot Diagram

Front

The beginning of a story where the setting and characters are introduced.

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Exposition

Front

The problem or challenge that characters face in a story.

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Conflict

Front

Major events (such as a conflict) that lead to the climax of the story. These events build tension and create excitement in the story. Hint: These events happen BEFORE the climax.

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Rising Action

Front

The peak of excitement or TURNING POINT in the story. The main character faces a major conflict or has to make a major decision.

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Climax

Front

Events that occur AFTER THE CLIMAX, leading towards the resolution of the story. The action begins to wrap up.

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Falling Action

Front

The conclusion or final outcome of the story, where the main problem or conflict is resolved and THE STORY ENDS.

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Resolution

Front

What happens in the BEGINNING of a story?

Back

exposition & conflict

Front

What happens in the MIDDLE of a story?

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rising action & climax