Elements of Short Story

Front

What is plot in a short story?

Back

the events that happen in order in a story

Front

What is the part of the plot called that gives readers background information about the story and characters?

Back

exposition

Front

What is the first spot in the story called where the author introduces the main conflict of the story?

Back

inciting incident

Front

What is the rising action in a short story?

Back

the events that lead up to the climax

Front

The highest point of drama, also described as the turning point, in the story is called what?

Back

the climax

Front

The events that happen after the climax of the story that lead up to the end are called ____________________.

Back

falling action

Front

What is the end of the story called when the author explains how everything turns out for the characters?

Back

resolution

Front

Who is the main character of a story?

Back

protagonist

Front

Who is the antagonist in a story?

Back

the character or characters working against the main character 

Front

What is direct characterization in a story?

Back

the author tells the reader what a specific character is like