Plot Structure

Front

What is the underlying message of a story?

Back

Theme

Front

What part of the story leads up to the climax?

Back

Rising Action

Front

What are all the events that lead to the eventual climax called?

Back

Rising Action

Front

What is the turning point in a story?

Back

Climax

Front

What is the conflict in a story?

Back

The problem or challenge

Front

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

Back

Exposition

Front

What part of the story comes after the climax and leads to the resolution?

Back

Falling Action

Front

What is the final part of a story where the conflict is resolved?

Back

Resolution

Front

What is the sequence of events in a story called?

Back

Plot

Front

What is the emotional atmosphere of a story?

Back

Mood