Story Elements

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What is the exposition in a story?

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The exposition is the part of the plot that introduces the characters and the setting of the story.

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What is foreshadowing?

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Foreshadowing is when the author gives hints about what may happen later in the story.

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What does the setting of a story refer to?

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The setting refers to the time and place of a story.

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Who is the antagonist in a story?

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The antagonist is the 'bad guy' or character who goes against the main character.

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What is rising action in a story?

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Rising action is the part of the story that leads up to the climax.

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What is the climax of a story?

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The climax is the most intense, exciting, or important point of the story.

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What is the resolution in a story?

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The resolution is the part of the plot where the conflict is resolved and the story comes to a close.

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What is a character in a story?

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

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What is a protagonist?

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The protagonist is the main character in a story, often facing a conflict.

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What is conflict in a story?

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Conflict is a struggle between opposing forces, which drives the plot.