Story Elements

Front

What is the beginning of the story where the setting and main character are introduced?

Back

Exposition

Front

What part of a story is where the conflict takes place and leads up to a decision about the problem?

Back

Rising Action

Front

What is a problem or struggle between two opposing forces in a story?

Back

Conflict

Front

What is the most exciting moment of the story; the turning point?

Back

Climax

Front

What is the ending of a story where the outcome is revealed?

Back

Resolution

Front

What term describes the main character in a story?

Back

Protagonist

Front

What is the term for a character who opposes the main character?

Back

Antagonist

Front

What is the term for the series of events that make up a story?

Back

Plot

Front

What is the term for the time and place in which a story occurs?

Back

Setting

Front

What is the term for the message or lesson learned from a story?

Back

Theme