Short Story Elements

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What is the climax of a story?

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The most exciting part of a story; the turning point.

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What is falling action in a story?

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The part after the climax where events are winding down.

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Define the plot of a story.

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The series of events in a story.

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What is the exposition of a story?

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The beginning of a story where we learn about setting and some of the characters.

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What is the theme of a story?

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The message or underlying meaning of the story.

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What role does the setting play in a story?

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The setting establishes the time and place where the story occurs.

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What is a character in a story?

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

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What is a protagonist?

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

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What is an antagonist?

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A character or force that opposes the protagonist.

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What is a narrative arc?

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The structure of a story that outlines the progression of events.