Narrative Elements

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What is the introduction, or exposition, of a short story?

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It is the beginning of the story where the characters, setting, and basic situation are introduced.

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What does the plot of a story refer to?

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The sequence of events in the story.

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What is the theme of a story?

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The message or moral the author presents.

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Who is the protagonist in a story?

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The central character, person, animal, or object that the reader typically roots for.

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What are plot events in a narrative?

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They represent the beginning, middle, and ending of a story.

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What is a character in a story?

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A person, animal, or object that plays a role in the narrative.

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What is the setting of a story?

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The time and place in which the story occurs.

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What is an antagonist?

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The character or force that opposes the protagonist.

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What is a minor character?

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A character who plays a small role in the story.

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What is characterization?

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The process by which the author reveals the personality of a character.