Story Elements and Plot Structure

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The sequence of events in a story is called the ___

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plot

Front

Climax

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the turning point of the story

Front

Which list shows the plot elements in the correct order?

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exposition, rising action, climax, falling action, resolution

Front

What takes place after the climax that prepares the story for its resolution? Options: resolution, rising action, falling action, exposition

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falling action

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Beginning of the story where main characters, setting, and problem are introduced.

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exposition

Front

Which element of plot structure is described as being the "spark" that gets the story started...when the problem is revealed? Options: exposition, conflict, inciting incident, introduction

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inciting incident

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The struggle or problem in a story

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Conflict

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The people, animals, or things that help to shape the plot

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Characters

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Where and when does the story take place?

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Setting

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The ending of a story where the outcome is revealed

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Resolution