Elements of a Story

Front

What is the plot of a story?

Back

The sequence of events in a story.

Front

The people or animals that take part in the action of a story are called __________.

Back

The characters.

Front

If your life was a story, one of the characters might be ________

Back

A person you know, like Mrs. Hartke.

Front

What is the resolution?

Back

The end of the story when the problem is solved.

Front

What is the theme of a story?

Back

The main message or lesson of the story.

Front

What is a character in a story?

Back

A person, animal, or figure that takes part in the action.

Front

What is the setting of a story?

Back

The time and place where the story occurs.

Front

What is a conflict in a story?

Back

The struggle or problem that the characters face.

Front

What is the beginning of a story called?

Back

The exposition.

Front

What is the climax of a story?

Back

The most exciting or intense part of the story.