Literary and Language Concepts

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Exposition

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The beginning of the story where characters, setting, and the main conflict are introduced.

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Rising Action

Back

A series of events that build tension and develop the conflict.

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Climax

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The most intense, exciting, or important point of the story where the main problem reaches its peak.

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Falling Action

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The events that happen after the climax, leading to the resolution.

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Resolution

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The conclusion of the story where the conflict is resolved, and loose ends are tied up.

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Character vs. Character

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A struggle between two or more characters (hero vs. villain).

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Character vs. Self

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An internal struggle within a character (making a tough decision, overcoming fear).

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Character vs. Nature

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A struggle against natural forces (storms, animals, natural disasters).

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Character vs. Society

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A struggle against societal norms, laws, or expectations (a character fighting against injustice).

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There

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Refers to a place.