6th grade ELA flashcard review

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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 does direct characterization do?

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Direct characterization tells the reader what a character's personality is.

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What is a protagonist?

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The protagonist is the main character in a story.

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What is the climax in a story?

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The climax is the turning point or the most intense moment in the story.

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What conflict is represented by a character struggling against societal norms?

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Character vs. Society.

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What is the purpose of rising action in a story?

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Rising action builds tension and develops the conflict leading up to the climax.

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What is falling action in a plot diagram?

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Falling action occurs after the climax and leads to the resolution.

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What is resolution in a story?

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Resolution is the conclusion of the story where conflicts are resolved.

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What is the difference between direct and indirect characterization?

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Direct characterization tells the audience what the character is like, while indirect characterization shows the character's traits through actions, thoughts, and dialogue.

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What is an example of character vs. character conflict?

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A fight between two friends over a misunderstanding.