Plot, Theme, & Conflict Review

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What is the definition of CLIMAX?

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The turning point of the story that is also exciting.

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What is the definition of the INCITING INCIDENT?

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An event that changes the protagonist's life and the plot.

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What is the BEST description of THEME?

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The moral or lesson of the story the author wants the reader to learn.

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Which of the following BEST describes an INTERNAL CONFLICT?

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Kara became extremely embarrassed after her crush noticed a large pimple on her forehead. While she looked in the bathroom mirror, she wished she looked like the other girls at school.

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What is the definition of PLOT?

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The main events of the story.

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What is the definition of CONFLICT in a story?

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The struggle between opposing forces that drives the plot.

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What are the two main types of conflict?

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Internal conflict (within a character) and external conflict (between characters or forces).

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What is the definition of RESOLUTION in a story?

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The part of the story where the conflict is resolved and the story comes to a close.

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What is the role of the PROTAGONIST?

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The main character in a story, often facing the central conflict.

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What is the role of the ANTAGONIST?

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The character or force that opposes the protagonist.