Elements of Fiction

Front

Mystery, science fiction, realistic fiction, and fantasy are all _________ of fiction.

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Genres

Front

The setting of a story is _______ and _______ the story takes place.

Back

where & when

Front

The message the author wants you to take away from the story is called the story's ____________

Back

theme

Front

Loyal, kind, clever, and evil are all examples of _____________.

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character traits

Front

The action of the story is summed up in the ________.

Back

plot

Front

What do we call the people, animals, or creatures in a story?

Back

characters

Front

What is the main problem or struggle faced by the characters in a story called?

Back

conflict

Front

What do we call the turning point or most exciting moment in a story?

Back

climax

Front

What is the beginning part of a story where characters and setting are introduced called?

Back

exposition

Front

What do we call the events that happen after the climax and lead to the story's end?

Back

falling action