Story Elements

Front

What is the struggle or problem in a story?

Back

Conflict

Front

Who are the people, animals, or things that help to shape the plot?

Back

Characters

Front

What do we call a character that stays the same throughout the story?

Back

Static character

Front

What do we call the place and time where a story takes place?

Back

Setting

Front

What is the series of conflicts or struggles that build a story toward a climax?

Back

Rising action

Front

What is the beginning part of a story that introduces the characters and setting?

Back

Exposition

Front

What is the part of the story where the main conflict is resolved?

Back

Resolution

Front

What do we call 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 turning point of a story called?

Back

Climax