Story Structure Quiz

Explain the following key parts of a story's structure: 1. Orientation:

Explain the following key parts of a story's structure: 2. Rising Action:

Explain each of the following main parts of a story's structure: 3. Resolution:

Match the following

• Rising Action

• A series of events increasing in tension are retold, until the climax (highest point of tension) is reached.

• Resolution/
  Conclusion/

• It sets the stage for the story and includes an introduction to characters, setting, and conflict.

• Orientation/ Introduction/ Exposition

• The main conflict is resolved and the story comes to an end.

Events unfold in a chronological or sequential structure: one building onto another until the resolution is reached.

• Linear

• Circular

• Parallel

The story ends in a way that goes back to the beginning, creating a deeper understanding and a sense of completeness.

• Linear

• Circular

• Parallel

This story structure has two separate storylines running at the same time. They are linked by common characters, events, or themes.

• Linear

• Circular

• Parallel

Match the following movies to the plot structure. Please enlarge the picture for hints if you are unfamiliar with the movie.

• Linear

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• Circular

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• Circular

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• Linear

• 
• Parallel

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Match the purpose to the plot structure

• Circular

• This allows a story to complete itself, providing a satisfying sense of closure. It can also emphasise important themes through repeated events, characters or motifs.

• Parallel

• This allows readers to easily follow the story because it provides a clear and straightforward narrative progression.

• Linear

• This allows writers to tell stories from different viewpoints, follow different storylines, and introduce various characters. This creates more engaging stories.

What is the structure of a story?

• The order in which a story is written.

• The plot of the story.

• The characters role in the story.

• The climax of the story.