Elements of a Short Story

This part of a plot is where the author builds suspense and tension to keep the reader interested.

• Exposition

• Rising Action

• Climax

• Falling Action

• Resolution

Tags

CCSS.RL.9-10.5

This part of a plot is where the conflict is begins to be resolved, and the tension within the story decreases.

• Exposition

• Rising Action

• Climax

• Falling Action

• Resolution

This part of a plot is where the major conflict of the story occurs - typically serving as a turning point for the story.

• Exposition

• Rising Action

• Climax

• Falling Action

• Resolution

Tags

CCSS.RL.9-10.5

This part of a plot is where the setting is revealed and major characters are introduced.

• Exposition

• Rising Action

• Climax

• Falling Action

• Resolution

Tags

CCSS.W.9-10.3A

This part of a plot is where the story comes to a close - the author will use either "happily ever after" or "cliffhanger" techniques.

• Exposition

• Rising Action

• Climax

• Falling Action

• Resolution

Tags

CCSS.RL.9-10.5

This character is typically considered the main character of the story. They are usually the "good guy", but not always.

• Protagonist

• Antagonist

This character is works against the main character. They are usually the "bad guy", but not always.

• Protagonist

• Antagonist

Tags

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

This type of character typically only has one or two personality traits.

• Static

• Dynamic

• Flat

• Round

This type of character typically has a wide variety of personality traits.

• Static

• Dynamic

• Flat

• Round

Tags

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

This type of character does NOT undergo an emotional/mental change in the story.

• Static

• Dynamic

• Flat

• Round