Story Structure Elements

Front

Specific events in the plot that build tension so you’ll keep reading.

Back

Rising Action

Front

Background information about the main character(s) and setting.

Back

Exposition

Front

The turning point of the story; often the most tense part where a decision is made.

Back

Climax

Front

The end of the story.

Back

Resolution

Front

The struggle; event that sets the main story into motion.

Back

Conflict (inciting incident)

Front

Specific events that help wrap up the story; things begin to settle down.

Back

Falling Action