Elements of Fiction

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What is mood in literature?

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Mood is a feeling created by the author that evokes certain emotions in the reader.

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What is another word for conflict in a story?

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Another word for conflict is problem.

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What is the climax in a plot diagram?

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The climax is the turning point in the story, where the main conflict reaches its peak.

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What comes after the climax in a plot diagram?

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Falling action comes after the climax, leading towards the resolution.

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What is rising action in a plot diagram?

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Rising action includes the events that build up to the climax, increasing tension and conflict.

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What is the definition of setting in literature?

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Setting is the time and place in which a story occurs.

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What is theme in literature?

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Theme is the central idea or message that the author conveys through the story.

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What is characterization?

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Characterization is the process by which the author reveals the personality and traits of a character.

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What is a protagonist?

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The protagonist is the main character in a story, often facing a conflict.

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What is an antagonist?

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The antagonist is a character or force that opposes the protagonist, creating conflict.