Plot Structure

Which of the following is NOT one of the elements of plot structure?

• Exposition

• Resolution

• Episode

• Climax

The chain of events in a narrative that is moved forward by conflict and decision making.

• plot

• identity

• main character

• falling action

The plot element in which background information is given to the reader.

• Exposition

• Rising action

• Climax

• Falling action

Which plot structure can portray the point of view of two different characters?

• Basic plot structure

• In medias res

• Episodic plot structure

• Parallel plot structure

In medias res usually begins the narrative in the midst of the...

• Exposition

• Rising Action

• Falling Action

• Resolution

This plot element contains one or more conflicts that the protagonist has to navigate.

• Exposition

• Rising Action

• Climax

• Resolution

Which plot structure is similar to a full season of a TV show?

• Parallel Plot

• Basic Plot

• Episodic Plot

• In medias res

Which plot structure often uses flashback, dialogue, or character's thoughts to provide the background information/ exposition?

• Parallel plot

• Episodic Plot

• In medias res

• Basic plot structure

In a parallel plot, at which point do the two characters' stories merge?

• Exposition

• Rising Action

• Climax

• Resolution

Which of the following is NOT a reason to write using in medias res?

• To engage the reader from the first sentence/ scene.

• To create suspense or tension early in the story.

• To provide enough information so the reader is not confused.

• To make the reader question every aspect of the character's journey.