Plot Structure

Front

What is the beginning of the story where the main characters, setting, and problem are introduced?

Back

Exposition

Front

During which part of the story is interest and suspense built?

Back

Rising action

Front

What is the 'spark' that gets the story started when the problem is revealed?

Back

Inciting incident

Front

What is the part of the story where the loose ends are tied up and the conflict is resolved?

Back

Resolution

Front

What takes place after the climax that prepares the story for its resolution?

Back

Falling action

Front

What is the term for the main problem or struggle in a story?

Back

Conflict

Front

What is the highest point of tension in a story called?

Back

Climax

Front

What part of the story comes after the exposition and before the climax?

Back

Rising action

Front

What is the term for the events that lead to the climax?

Back

Rising action

Front

What is the final part of the story that wraps everything up?

Back

Resolution