Parts of Plot & Fiction Elements Terms

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What is the climax of a story?

Back

The climax is the point in the story where the character faces the central conflict, often leading to a change in the character.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.9

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What is the rising action in a plot?

Back

The rising action is the part of the plot where tension begins to build due to the development of the conflict.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.5

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What happens in the resolution of a story?

Back

In the resolution, the conflicts are resolved, and the characters often find closure, such as the third little pig defeating the wolf in 'The Three Little Pigs'.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

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What is the falling action in a plot?

Back

The falling action is the part of the plot where the character begins to resolve their problems but is not yet finished.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

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Who are the characters in a story?

Back

Characters are the individuals who take part in the action of a story, such as Carlos in the provided example.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

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What is the exposition in a plot?

Back

The exposition is the introduction of the story, where characters, setting, and the initial conflict are presented.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.5

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

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What is the denouement?

Back

The denouement is the final part of the story where the plot strands are drawn together and matters are resolved.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.9

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How does the setting influence a story?

Back

The setting provides the time and place of the story, influencing the mood, characters' actions, and the overall plot.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

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What role do themes play in fiction?

Back

Themes are the underlying messages or central ideas explored in a story, such as love, conflict, or morality.

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CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

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What is a protagonist?

Back

The protagonist is the main character in a story, often facing challenges and driving the plot forward.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.9