Plot Elements Flashcard

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What is the definition of 'man vs. man' conflict?

Back

A type of conflict where characters face off against each other, often involving a struggle between opposing forces.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.8

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Front

What is the resolution in a story?

Back

The part of the story where the conflict is resolved and the story concludes.

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CCSS.RL.2.10

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.4.4

Front

What does the climax of a story represent?

Back

The most intense, exciting, or important point of the story, often where the main conflict reaches its peak.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.9

Front

What is the purpose of the exposition in a story?

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To introduce the reader to the characters, setting, and initial situation.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.5

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.5

Front

What is 'man vs. nature' conflict?

Back

A type of conflict where a character faces challenges from natural forces, such as weather, animals, or disease.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.8

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Front

What is 'man vs. society' conflict?

Back

A type of conflict where a character stands against societal norms, laws, or beliefs.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.8

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Front

What is falling action in a story?

Back

The events that follow the climax and lead to the resolution, where the story begins to wind down.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.9

Front

What is the significance of the setting in a story?

Back

The setting provides the time and place in which the story occurs, influencing the plot and characters.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Front

What is a plot diagram?

Back

A visual representation of the structure of a story, typically including exposition, rising action, climax, falling action, and resolution.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.9

Front

What is the difference between internal and external conflict?

Back

Internal conflict occurs within a character's mind, while external conflict involves a character facing outside forces.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.8

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3