Literary Terms and Concepts

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Plot

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sequence of events in the story, beginning, middle and end

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Conflict

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problem or struggle between 2 forces

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Exposition

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part of plot that gives information about the setting, characters and conflict

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Rising Action

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when suspense builds due to obstacles and complications

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Climax

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turning point in story, can be exciting, suspenseful or traumatic

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Falling Action

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where the plot ends and the loose ends are tied up

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Main Character

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character that is very important

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Minor Character

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character that is not important

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Static Character

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character that doesn't change throughout the story

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Dynamic Character

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character that undergoes a change of beliefs or grows or matures throughout the story