Plot and Irony

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What is the exposition in a story?

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The exposition is the part of the plot that introduces the characters, setting, and basic situation.

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What is the climax of a story?

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

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What is the falling action in a plot?

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The falling action is the part of the story that follows the climax and leads to the resolution, where the conflict begins to resolve.

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What is a character vs. character conflict?

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A character vs. character conflict is a struggle between two characters, often involving opposing goals or desires.

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What is a character vs. society conflict?

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A character vs. society conflict occurs when a character faces opposition from societal norms, laws, or beliefs.

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What is a character vs. nature conflict?

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A character vs. nature conflict involves a character facing challenges posed by natural forces, such as weather or animals.

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What is a character vs. self conflict?

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A character vs. self conflict is an internal struggle where a character grapples with their own thoughts, feelings, or decisions.

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What is the purpose of rising action in a story?

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The rising action builds tension and develops the conflict, leading up to the climax.

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What is irony in literature?

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Irony is a literary device where the intended meaning is different from the actual meaning, often creating a contrast between expectation and reality.

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What is situational irony?

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Situational irony occurs when there is a discrepancy between what is expected to happen and what actually happens.