2025 Plot Notes Review

Front

What is the term for the main character in a story who has a problem to resolve?

Back

Protagonist

Front

What is the event that sets the story into motion, often introducing the conflict?

Back

Inciting Incident

Front

What type of conflict involves a character struggling with an external force such as other characters, nature, society, or technology?

Back

External Conflict

Front

Which character undergoes a significant change throughout the story?

Back

Protagonist

Front

What do readers pay attention to regarding a character's looks, personality, mind, values, morals, goals, wants, and needs?

Back

Character

Front

What is the term for the opposing force in a story that creates conflict for the protagonist?

Back

Antagonist

Front

What is the part of the story that provides background information and introduces the setting and characters?

Back

Exposition

Front

What is the term for the series of events that lead up to the climax of the story?

Back

Rising Action

Front

What is the turning point of the story where the main conflict reaches its highest intensity?

Back

Climax

Front

What is the term for the resolution of the story where conflicts are resolved?

Back

Denouement