Plot Elements

Front

What is the main character of the story called?

Back

Protagonist

Front

What is the definition of plot?

Back

The sequence of events in the story.

Front

Which part of the plot is the most intense and usually a turning point for the main character?

Back

Climax

Front

What do we call a character that causes problems for the main character?

Back

Antagonist

Front

What happens during the falling action of a story?

Back

Events begin to calm down after the climax.

Front

What is the beginning part of a story that introduces the characters and setting called?

Back

Exposition

Front

What is the part of the plot where the conflict is introduced?

Back

Rising Action

Front

What is the resolution of a story?

Back

The conclusion where the conflict is resolved.

Front

What is a conflict in a story?

Back

A struggle between opposing forces.

Front

What is a theme in literature?

Back

The central idea or message in a story.