Plot Elements

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What is the plot of a story?

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The events or action that takes place in a story.

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What is the rising action in a story?

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A series of main events that lead to the climax. It is the longest part of the story.

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What does the author introduce during the exposition of a story?

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The main character and the setting.

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What is the setting of a story?

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The time and place where the story occurs.

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What is the climax of a story?

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The most exciting part of the story.

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What is the resolution in a story?

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The part where the story wraps up and conflicts are resolved.

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What are characters in a story?

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The individuals who take part in the action of the story.

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What is the main character?

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The character who is central to the story's plot.

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What is a conflict in a story?

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A struggle between opposing forces that drives the plot.

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What is a theme in a story?

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The underlying message or main idea of the story.