Plot Structure

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What is the setting of a story?

Back

The setting is where and when a story takes place.

Front

What are two key literary elements used in the exposition?

Back

Setting and characters.

Front

What is the falling action in a plot structure?

Back

The falling action is the part of the story that occurs right after the climax, where the action slows down.

Front

What part of the plot map includes the introduction of characters?

Back

Exposition.

Front

What stage of plot development is represented by the statement: 'Miles accepted his new role as Spiderman'?

Back

Resolution.

Front

What is the climax of a story?

Back

The climax is the turning point of the story, where the main conflict reaches its highest intensity.

Front

What is the purpose of the exposition in a plot structure?

Back

The exposition introduces the setting, characters, and basic situation of the story.

Front

What follows the rising action in a plot structure?

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The climax.

Front

What is the resolution in a plot structure?

Back

The resolution is the part of the story where the conflicts are resolved and the story comes to a close.

Front

What is an inciting incident?

Back

The inciting incident is an event that sets the main conflict of the story into motion.