Plot Diagram Flashcard

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What is a plot diagram?

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A visual representation of the structure of a story, showing the sequence of events.

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What are the main parts of a plot diagram?

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Exposition, Rising Action, Climax, Falling Action, Resolution.

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What is the exposition in a story?

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The introduction where characters, setting, and background information are presented.

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What is the rising action?

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The series of events that create suspense and tension leading up to the climax.

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What is the climax of a story?

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The turning point where the main conflict reaches its highest intensity.

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What is falling action?

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The events that follow the climax and lead towards the resolution.

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What is resolution in a story?

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The conclusion where conflicts are resolved and loose ends are tied up.

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What is conflict in a story?

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The struggle between opposing forces that drives the plot.

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What are the types of conflict?

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Internal conflict (within a character) and external conflict (between characters or forces).

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What does 'character' mean in literature?

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An individual in a story, play, or other literary work.