Plot Elements

Front

What is the turning point of a story where the main character faces the conflict called?

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Climax

Front

What is the resolution in a story?

Back

The end of the story where we find out what happened to the characters when the conflict is resolved.

Front

What do we call the events that happen after the climax of a story?

Back

Falling action

Front

What are the events in the narrative that happen after the climax but before the very end called?

Back

Falling action

Front

What is the introduction of the characters and basic situation in a story?

Back

Exposition

Front

What is the rising action in a story?

Back

The series of events that lead up to the climax, building tension and developing the conflict.

Front

What is the falling action in a story?

Back

The events that follow the climax and lead to the resolution.

Front

What is the exposition's role in a story?

Back

To introduce the characters, setting, and basic situation.

Front

What is the climax's significance in a story?

Back

It is the moment of greatest tension and conflict, where the main character faces the primary challenge.

Front

What does resolution reveal in a story?

Back

It shows how the conflict is resolved and what happens to the characters afterward.