Plot Structure

A person, animal, or figure represented in a story.

The main theme or message of the story.

The setting where the story takes place.

The sequence of events in the story.

A spoken or written account of connected events; a story.

A type of poem that tells a story.

A summary of events in chronological order.

A fictional account with no basis in reality.

The introduction of the main characters and setting.

The turning point in a story; the moment of greatest suspense; where the conflict is at its most intense or dramatic moment.

The resolution of the story where all conflicts are resolved.

The initial event that sets the story in motion.

A secondary plot that runs parallel to the main plot.

The main storyline of a novel.

A brief summary of the entire story.

A character's internal conflict.

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

The introduction of the main characters and setting.

The climax where the tension reaches its peak.

The events leading up to the final outcome.

A character's emotional journey in a story.

The sequence of events that make up a story.

The setting where the story takes place.

The main theme or message of the story.

A disagreement between characters that leads to a resolution.

The struggle between opposing forces that drives the plot.

A peaceful interaction between characters.

The setting where the story takes place.

The time and place in which the story occurs.

The main character's thoughts and feelings.

The sequence of events in the plot.

The moral lesson of the story.

The main character in a story, often facing a conflict.

A character who opposes the main character.

A minor character who supports the protagonist.

The setting of the story.

To introduce the main conflict of the story.

To wrap up the narrative, resolve its loose ends, and lead toward closure.

To develop the characters and their relationships.

To create suspense and tension before the climax.