Fiction Terms

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What is a conflict in literature?

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A struggle between opposing forces, which can be internal (within a character) or external (between characters or between a character and society, nature, etc.).

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What is 'Character v. Society' conflict?

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A type of conflict where a character faces opposition from societal norms, laws, or beliefs.

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What is the Exposition in a plot?

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The beginning part of a story where the main characters and setting are introduced.

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What is the Protagonist?

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The main character in a story, often considered the hero or good guy.

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What is the definition of Plot?

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The sequence of events that make up a story.

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What is Tone in literature?

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The writer's attitude or feeling toward the subject matter, conveyed through word choice and style.

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What is the Climax of a story?

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The turning point or most intense moment in the plot, where the main conflict reaches its peak.

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What is the Falling Action in a plot?

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The events that follow the climax and lead to the resolution of the story.

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What is Resolution in a story?

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The conclusion of the plot where conflicts are resolved and the story comes to a close.

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What is a Theme in literature?

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The central message or underlying idea that the author conveys through the story.