Story Elements Quiz

What is the main character of a story called?

• antagonist

• sidekick

• protagonist

• villain

Which story element describes the time and place in which a story takes place?

• theme

• character

• setting

• plot

What is the problem or struggle that the main character faces in a story called?

• conflict

• plot twist

• resolution

• climax

Which story element refers to the events that occur after the climax and lead to the resolution?

• falling action

• exposition

• climax

• rising action

What is the highest point of tension or excitement in a story called?

• exposition

• resolution

• climax

• falling action

Which story element refers to the message or lesson that the author wants to convey?

• theme

• setting

• character

• plot

What is the sequence of events in a story called?

• characters

• setting

• plot

• theme

Which story element refers to the feeling or atmosphere created by a story?

• setting

• plot

• character

• mood

What is the solution to the problem or conflict in a story called?

• climax

• exposition

• resolution

• rising action

Which story element refers to the people, animals, or imaginary creatures in a story?

• theme

• characters

• setting

• plot