Elements of Fiction

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What is the definition of 'Conflict' in fiction?

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Conflict is a struggle between opposing forces in a story, which drives the plot and creates tension.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.9

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What does 'Exposition' refer to in a story?

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Exposition is the part of the plot that introduces the characters, setting, and main conflict.

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CCSS.RL.4.5

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.5

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

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What is meant by 'Plot' in literature?

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Plot is the sequence of events that make up a story, including the conflict, rising action, climax, and resolution.

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.5

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

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What happens during the 'Rising Action' of a story?

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The rising action is where the conflict begins to build and develop, leading up to the climax.

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CCSS.RL.4.5

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.5

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

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What is 'Internal Conflict'?

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Internal conflict is a struggle that takes place within a character's mind, often involving a difficult choice.

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

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What is 'External Conflict'?

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External conflict is a struggle between a character and an outside force, such as another character, nature, or society.

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

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What is the 'Climax' of a story?

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

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.9

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What does 'Falling Action' refer to?

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Falling action is the part of the plot that follows the climax and leads to the resolution.

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CCSS.RL.4.5

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.5

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

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What is a 'Theme' in literature?

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Theme is the central idea or message that the author conveys through the story.

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CCSS.RL.5.2

CCSS.RL.5.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

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What is the role of 'Characters' in a story?

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Characters are the individuals who participate in the action of the story and drive the plot forward.

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.5

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3