Plot Diagram

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What is the climax of a story?

Back

The turning point of the story where the main character faces the conflict.

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What is exposition in a story?

Back

The part where we are introduced to the characters and learn about the setting.

Front

What is resolution in a story?

Back

The part where the story comes to a reasonable ending.

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What is falling action in a story?

Back

The part where all of the loose ends get tied up and most conflicts are resolved.

Front

What is rising action in a story?

Back

The part where the story begins to develop its conflict and suspense builds.

Front

What are the main components of a plot diagram?

Back

Exposition, rising action, climax, falling action, and resolution.

Front

How does the rising action contribute to a story?

Back

It builds suspense and develops the conflict leading up to the climax.

Front

Why is the climax important in a story?

Back

It is the moment of greatest tension and the turning point for the main character.

Front

What happens during the falling action?

Back

The story starts to wind down, and conflicts begin to resolve.

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What is the purpose of the exposition?

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To set the stage for the story by introducing characters and the setting.