Plot Elements

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What is the theme of a story?

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The lesson or message that a reader understands when the plot ends.

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What does plot mean?

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A sequence of events in a story.

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What graphic organizer best represents a story's plot?

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A mountain.

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What is the resolution in a story?

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The ending when the major conflict has been wrapped up and the reader understands the theme.

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What is the exposition of a story's plot?

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The beginning; characters and setting are introduced.

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What is the conflict in a story?

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A problem or struggle between two characters or forces.

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What is the climax of a story?

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The most exciting part where the main conflict reaches its peak.

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What is falling action in a story?

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The events that follow the climax and lead to the resolution.

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What is rising action in a story?

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The series of events that build up to the climax.

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What is a character in a story?

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A person, animal, or being that takes part in the action of a story.