Story Elements

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Plot

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The sequence of events in a story.

Front

Exposition

Back

The beginning of the story that introduces the characters and setting.

Front

Setting

Back

Where and when the story takes place.

Front

Conflict

Back

The main problem of the story.

Front

Rising Action

Back

The events leading up to the climax that build suspense.

Front

Climax

Back

The highest point in the story and turning point for the main character.

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Falling Action

Back

The events that happen that lead to the resolution.

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Resolution

Back

The conclusion of the story.