6th Period Elements of a Story Flashcard

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What is the Rising Action in a story?

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The part of a story where the conflict takes place and builds up to the climax, leading to the character's decision about the problem.

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What is Conflict in a story?

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The struggle or problem that drives the narrative, often between opposing forces.

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What is the Climax of a story?

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The most exciting moment of the story; the turning point where the main conflict reaches its peak.

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What is the Resolution in a story?

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The end of the story where loose ends are tied up and the conflict is resolved.

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What is Exposition in a story?

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The introduction of background information, setting, and characters at the beginning of the story.

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What is Falling Action in a story?

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The part of the story that follows the climax and leads to the resolution, where the consequences of the climax are explored.

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What is an Antagonist?

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The character or force that opposes the protagonist, creating conflict in the story.

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What is a Protagonist?

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The main character in a story, often facing a conflict that drives the plot.

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What is Theme in a story?

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The central idea or message that the story conveys, often reflecting on human experiences.

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What is Setting in a story?

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The time and place in which the story occurs, providing context for the characters and events.