Plot Elements AP 2023

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What is the exposition in a story?

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

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What is plot?

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Plot is the sequence of events in a story.

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What is a conflict in a story?

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A conflict is a struggle between opposing forces, which can be man vs. man, man vs. self, man vs. nature, or man vs. society.

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What does 'man vs. man' conflict mean?

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'Man vs. man' conflict is when one character has a struggle against another character.

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What does 'man vs. self' conflict mean?

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'Man vs. self' conflict is when a character struggles with their own thoughts, feelings, or decisions.

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What does 'man vs. nature' conflict mean?

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'Man vs. nature' conflict is when a character faces challenges from natural forces, like storms or animals.

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What does 'man vs. society' conflict mean?

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'Man vs. society' conflict is when a character struggles against the rules or beliefs of a group.

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What is pacing in a narrative?

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Pacing is the speed at which the story is told.

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What are the main elements of a plot?

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The main elements of a plot include exposition, rising action, climax, falling action, and resolution.

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What is the climax of a story?

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