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 is the central idea or lesson to be learned in a story?

Back

Theme

Front

What is the beginning of the story where the setting and main character are introduced?

Back

Exposition

Front

What is the most exciting moment of the story; the turning point?

Back

Climax

Front

What is the sequence of events in a story?

Back

Plot

Front

What is the part of the story that follows the climax and leads to the resolution?

Back

Falling Action

Front

What is the end of the story where the conflict is resolved?

Back

Resolution

Front

What is the main character in a story called?

Back

Protagonist

Front

What is the character or force that opposes the main character?

Back

Antagonist