Story Elements - Plot

Front

The aftermath/results. Characters’ reactions to climax. Prepares readers for the end.

Back

Falling Action

Front

The characters, setting, and background information are introduced.

Back

Exposition

Front

Conflict or struggles are resolved (fixed). The character comes face to face with the conflict. A turning point in the story.

Back

Climax

Front

The different struggles or series of events for the character(s).

Back

Rising Action

Front

The bad or enemy in the story. Can be someone or something.

Back

Antagonist

Front

The way a story is set up from beginning to end.

Back

Plot

Front

Universal (applies to everyone) message or lesson that is learned.

Back

Theme

Front

The good in the story. Usually the main character.

Back

Protagonist

Front

Conflict or problem solved. Goal is reached. The “new normal” is now in place.

Back

Resolution

Front

Main character has a struggle with someone or something.

Back

Conflict