Basic Story Elements

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What are characters in a story?

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Characters are the people or animals that take part in the action of a story.

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What is the setting of a story?

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The setting is the time and place where the action occurs.

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What does the plot of a story describe?

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The plot describes the events happening within a story.

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What is a problem in a story?

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A problem is a challenge or conflict that the characters must face.

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What is the beginning of a story called?

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The beginning is often called the introduction, where characters and setting are introduced.

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What does 'resolution' mean in a story?

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Resolution is the part of the story where the problem is solved.

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What is a theme in a story?

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The theme is the main idea or message that the author wants to convey.

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What is a climax in a story?

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The climax is the most exciting part of the story, where the main conflict reaches its peak.

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What is a narrative?

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A narrative is a spoken or written account of connected events; a story.

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What is dialogue in a story?

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Dialogue is the conversation between characters in a story.