Elements of Plot

What is the primary purpose of a plot diagram?

• To provide a summary of the story

• To map the events and structure of a story

• To describe the setting of the story

• To list all characters in a story

Which part of the plot answers the questions about characters, setting, and time?

• Resolution

• Exposition

• Rising Action

• Climax

During which part of the plot are new characters typically introduced?

• Rising Action

• Climax

• Exposition

• Resolution

What is the climax of a story?

• The beginning of the story

• The turning point and peak of the story

• The introduction of characters

• The resolution of the story

What does the resolution of a story provide?

• Introduction of new conflicts

• A cliffhanger ending

• Closure and conclusion to the story

• A new beginning