Plot Vocabulary

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What is the Exposition in a plot diagram?

Back

The Exposition is the beginning of the story where the characters and setting are introduced.

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What is the Rising Action in a plot diagram?

Back

The Rising Action includes the events that lead to the climax and introduces conflicts for the main characters.

Front

What is the Climax in a plot diagram?

Back

The Climax is the tense turning point and pivotal moment in the story.

Front

What is the Falling Action in a plot diagram?

Back

The Falling Action includes events that follow the climax and lead towards the resolution.

Front

What is the Resolution in a plot diagram?

Back

The Resolution ties up any loose ends and is where everything is resolved, leading to a reasonable ending.

Front

How many stages are there in a typical plot diagram?

Back

There are 5 stages in a typical plot diagram.

Front

What role does the Exposition play in a story?

Back

The Exposition sets the stage for the story by introducing the main characters and the setting.

Front

Why is the Rising Action important?

Back

The Rising Action builds tension and develops conflicts that are crucial for the story's progression.

Front

What happens during the Climax of a story?

Back

During the Climax, the main conflict reaches its highest point, leading to a turning point in the story.

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What is the purpose of the Falling Action?

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The Falling Action serves to resolve the conflicts and leads the story towards its conclusion.