Plot Structure

The character whose fate is most closely followed by the reader or audience, and who is opposed by the antagonist.

The character or force that opposes the protagonist, creating conflict in the story.

Events after the climax that lead to the resolution of the story.

The series of events that build suspense and introduce conflict in the story.

A narrative device used at the beginning of a work that provides necessary background information about the characters and their circumstances.

The point in the story where a decisive change occurs, often referred to as the point of no return.

The struggle between opposing forces, which drives the plot of the story.

The conclusion of the story where conflicts are resolved and the story comes to a close.

The time and place in which the story occurs.

An event that sets the main conflict of the story into motion.