Plot Elements

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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 decision or emotional struggle. An example is 'human vs self.'

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What is the longest part of the plot diagram that builds up the problem?

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The longest part of the plot diagram that builds up the problem is called the 'rising action.'

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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 character faces a conflict and undergoes a change.

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What happens during the falling action of a story?

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The falling action consists of events that occur after the climax, leading towards the resolution or ending of the story.

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What is the setting of a narrative?

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The setting is the location and time frame in which a narrative takes place.

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What is exposition in a story?

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Exposition is the introduction of background information, including characters, setting, and the initial conflict.

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What is the resolution in a plot?

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The 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 character's motivation?

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A character's motivation is the reason behind their actions and decisions in the story.

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What is a theme in literature?

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

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What is a protagonist?

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