Plot Structure

Front

The ____________ is the heart of all stories. It is the problem upon which the story revolves.

Back

conflict

Front

What is the correct name for blank #4? This is the turning point of the story, in which the power begins to shift. Options:

exposition

,

initiating event

,

conflict

,

climax

,

resolution

Back

climax

Front

What is the correct name for blank #1? This is where the author introduces the characters, setting, and situation.

Back

exposition

Front

What is the correct name for blank #6? This is the conclusion of the story conflicts.

Back

resolution

Front

What is the correct name for blank #2? This is where the conflict is first introduced. Options:

exposition

,

initiating event

,

rising action

,

climax

,

resolution

Back

initiating event

Front

What is the correct name for blank #3? These are the events in the story that build tension.

Back

rising action

Front

Term for the main character at the center of the story?

Back

protagonist

Front

Which term names the character who opposes or works against the main character?

Back

antagonist

Front

Which term describes a character who changes in a deep and meaningful way as a result of the plot?

Back

dynamic

Front

Which term describes a character who does NOT change?

Back

static