Literary Elements

Front

What is the series of events that occur after the exposition and lead up to the climax?

Back

Rising action

Front

What is the perspective, or vantage point from which an author presents a story?

Back

Point of view

Front

What is it called when the conflict is solved at the end of a story?

Back

Resolution

Front

What is the turning point in a story when everything may change for the character?

Back

Climax

Front

What do we call the time and place where a story takes place?

Back

Setting

Front

What is the introduction of background information in a story?

Back

Exposition

Front

What is a struggle between opposing forces in a story?

Back

Conflict

Front

What is the final outcome or conclusion of a story called?

Back

Resolution

Front

What is the method an author uses to reveal a character's personality?

Back

Characterization

Front

What is the main idea or underlying message of a story?

Back

Theme