Short Fiction Unit Vocab.

Front

What is the element that sets the tone or mood, introduces characters and setting, providing necessary background?

Back

Exposition

Front

What type of conflict is characterized by a struggle between a character and another character?

Back

External conflict

Front

What do we call a character that has numerous character traits and we see many sides of their personality?

Back

Round character

Front

What is the term for the problem of the story?

Back

Conflict

Front

What type of irony occurs when something is known by the writer or audience, but unknown to the characters?

Back

Dramatic irony

Front

What is the term for the main character in a story, often facing a conflict?

Back

Protagonist

Front

What is the term for the opposing force in a story that creates conflict for the protagonist?

Back

Antagonist

Front

What is the part of the story where the conflict reaches its highest point?

Back

Climax

Front

What is the sequence of events in a story called?

Back

Plot

Front

What is the term for a character that does not undergo significant change throughout the story?

Back

Static character