The Elements of a Story

Front

The time and place of a story is called the _______.

Back

setting

Front

The people or animals in a story are known as _______.

Back

characters

Front

The sequence of events in a story is referred to as the _______.

Back

plot

Front

The introductory part that establishes the setting, introduces the characters, and provides necessary background information is called the _______.

Back

exposition

Front

The series of conflicts or struggles that build a story toward a climax is known as _______.

Back

rising action

Front

The most exciting moment of the story; turning point is called the _______.

Back

climax

Front

The central struggle or problem faced by the protagonist is referred to as _______.

Back

conflict

Front

The message or lesson of the story is known as the _______.

Back

theme

Front

Conflict of one person against another is called _______.

Back

Man vs. Man

Front

The conflict between a character and something that is caused by nature is known as _______.

Back

Man vs. Nature