Plot Arc

What is the purpose of the exposition in a story?

• To introduce the characters, describe the setting, and establish the problem in the story.

• To build suspense and make the problem more complicated.

• To show the turning point in the story.

• To describe the outcome of the story.

Answer explanation

To introduce the characters, describe the setting, and establish the problem in the story.

Tags

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.5

CCSS.RL.5.5

Which part of the plot structure is typically the most exciting part of the story?

• Exposition

• Rising Action

• Climax

• Falling Action

Answer explanation

The most exciting part of the story is typically the Climax, where the tension reaches its peak and the main conflict is resolved.

Tags

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.5

What happens during the rising action of a story?

• The characters and setting are introduced.

• The problem becomes more complicated and suspense builds.

• The turning point of the story occurs.

• The outcome of the story is revealed.

Answer explanation

During the rising action of a story, the problem becomes more complicated, and suspense builds, leading to the climax.

Tags

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.5

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

What is the falling action in a story?

• The introduction of characters and setting.

• The events that happen after the climax leading to the resolution.

• The most exciting part of the story.

• The final outcome of the story.

Answer explanation

The falling action in a story refers to the events that happen after the climax, leading to the resolution. It is the part where the story starts to wrap up and tie loose ends.

Tags

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.9

What is the resolution in a story?

• The introduction of characters and setting.

• The events that happen after the climax.

• The turning point of the story.

• The outcome of the story and how things end up for the characters.

Answer explanation

The resolution in a story refers to the outcome of the story and how things end up for the characters, making it the correct choice.

Tags

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.9

Which part of the plot structure introduces the characters and setting?

• Climax

• Rising Action

• Exposition

• Falling Action

Answer explanation

The correct choice is Exposition because it is the part of the plot structure that introduces the characters and setting.

Tags

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.5.5

During which part of the plot structure does the problem become more complicated?

• Exposition

• Rising Action

• Climax

• Resolution

Answer explanation

During the Rising Action part of the plot structure, the problem becomes more complicated as the story progresses towards the climax.

Tags

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.5

CCSS.RL.5.5

What is the turning point in the story called?

• Exposition

• Rising Action

• Climax

• Falling Action

Answer explanation

The turning point in the story is called the Climax, where the conflict reaches its peak and the outcome is determined.

Tags

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.9

Which part of the plot structure leads to the ending of the story?

• Exposition

• Rising Action

• Climax

• Falling Action

Answer explanation

The Falling Action is the part of the plot structure that leads to the ending of the story by resolving the conflicts and wrapping up the narrative.

Tags

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.5

What is the main purpose of the climax in a story?

• To introduce the characters and setting.

• To build suspense and complicate the problem.

• To serve as the turning point and most exciting part of the story.

• To show the outcome of the story.

Answer explanation

To serve as the turning point and most exciting part of the story.

Tags

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.9