Story Elements

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What are the details in a story?

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Details are the pieces of information that support or tell more about the main idea of the story.

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What is the plot of a story?

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The plot is the sequence of events that happen in a story, usually involving a problem and a solution.

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What does 'Author's Organization/Text Structure' mean?

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It refers to the way an author organizes text, such as using sequence, main idea followed by details, or compare/contrast.

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What is the setting of a story?

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The setting is where and when the story takes place, including the place and time.

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Who are the characters in a story?

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Characters are the people or animals that are part of the story.

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What is the main idea of a story?

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The main idea is the central point or message that the author wants to convey through the story.

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What is a theme in literature?

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A theme is the underlying message or lesson that can be learned from the story.

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What is a conflict in a story?

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

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What is a resolution in a story?

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Resolution is the part of the story where the conflict is resolved and the story comes to a close.

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What is a summary?

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A summary is a brief statement that gives the main points of a story without going into detail.