Elements of Fiction

The time and place the story takes place.

• theme

• setting

• plot

The problem or struggle the character is facing.

• conflict

• theme

• plot

The person, animals, or creatures that take part in the story.

• mood

• setting

• character

The message that can apply to life.

• theme

• plot

• tone

The main character of the story.

• protagonist

• setting

• conflict

The character that opposes the main characters.

• antagonist

• setting

• conflict

The sequence of events in a story.

• conflict

• setting

• plot

The one that is telling or narrating the story.

• point of view

• setting

• theme

The emotional response that the writer wishes to bring out in the reader.

• point of view

• mood

• theme

The author's attitude.

• plot

• setting

• tone