Elements of Plot

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What is the 'exposition' in a story?

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The exposition is the beginning part of a story where characters, setting, and background information are introduced.

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What is the 'rising action' in a story?

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The rising action is the series of events that create suspense and lead up to the climax.

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What is the 'climax' of a story?

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The climax is the most exciting or intense part of the story, where the main conflict reaches its peak.

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What is the 'falling action' in a story?

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The falling action is the part of the story where the conflict begins to resolve and the story moves towards the conclusion.

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What is the 'resolution' in a story?

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The resolution is the end of the story where conflicts are resolved and the story concludes.

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What does 'conflict' mean in a story?

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Conflict is the struggle between opposing forces, which drives the plot of the story.

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What is a 'character' in a story?

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A character is a person, animal, or figure represented in a story.

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What is the 'setting' of a story?

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The setting is the time and place in which the story occurs.

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What is a 'theme' in a story?

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

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What is 'point of view' in a story?

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Point of view is the perspective from which the story is told.