Story Elements

The major struggle or problem that arises in the story.

• Setting

• Characters

• Conflict

• Protagonist

Tells you where and when the story is taking place.

• Antagonist

• Location

• Setting

• Character

The characters or creatures in the story; they carry out the action.

• Plot

• Characters

• Setting

The events that happen during the story. This structure is usually outlined on a diagram.

• Story

• Plot

• Setting

The central idea or belief in the story.

• Meaning

• Theme

• Plot

A character who does not undergo major changes throughout the story.

• Same Character

• Dynamic Character

• Static Character

A character who changes throughout the story.

• Dynamic Character

• Static Character

• Different Character

The main character in the story; the character who is faced with the major conflict.

• Good guy

• Antagonist

• Protagonist

The main character's chief opponent

• Antagonist

• Good guy

• Protagonist

A conflict between two characters in the story. Example: a person getting chased by the police.

• Man vs. Man

• Man vs Society

• Internal Conflict