Plot

Front

What is the rising action in a story?

Back

The rising action is the part of the story where the main conflict is introduced and develops, leading up to the climax.

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.5

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

Front

What is the main conflict of a story?

Back

The main conflict is the problem or struggle that the characters face in the story.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.9

Front

What character trait does Angela demonstrate when she plays her parents off one another?

Back

Angela demonstrates the character trait of being deceitful.

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Front

What two elements should be introduced during the introduction of a story?

Back

Characters and conflict.

Tags

CCSS.RL.2.10

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.4.4

Front

What happens during the resolution of a story?

Back

The resolution is when the problem is resolved and the story comes to a close.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.9

Front

What is the climax of a story?

Back

The climax is the turning point of the story, where the main conflict reaches its highest intensity.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.9

Front

Define 'characters' in a story.

Back

Characters are the individuals who take part in the action of a story.

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

Front

What is the purpose of the falling action in a story?

Back

The falling action shows the events that follow the climax and lead to the resolution.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.9

Front

What does 'theme' refer to in a story?

Back

The theme is the central idea or message that the story conveys.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

Front

How does conflict drive a story?

Back

Conflict creates tension and challenges for the characters, which propels the plot forward.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.9