Plot Elements

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What is the rising action of the story?

Back

The part of the story that builds suspense.

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What is the problem/exposition of the story?

Back

The beginning of the story where the problem, setting, and main character is introduced.

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What is the resolution of the story?

Back

The end of the story, where the problem is solved.

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What is the climax of the story?

Back

The most important part of the story, where the main conflict reaches its peak.

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What is the falling action of the story?

Back

This is right after the climax, the story is starting to come to an end.

Front

What are the main elements of a plot?

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Exposition, Rising Action, Climax, Falling Action, Resolution.

Front

What is exposition in a story?

Back

The introduction of the story, where characters, setting, and conflict are established.

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What is the purpose of the climax in a story?

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To create the highest point of tension and drama in the narrative.

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What happens during the falling action?

Back

Events that follow the climax and lead to the resolution.

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How does the resolution affect the story?

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It provides closure to the story and resolves the main conflict.