Plot and Theme

Front

What is the introduction that provides necessary details about characters, setting, and other background information?

Back

Exposition

Front

Where does the resolution fall on the plot diagram?

Back

The end

Front

What is the author's message/lesson about life or humanity called?

Back

Theme

Front

What are the events after the climax where the loose ends begin to get tied up?

Back

Falling Action

Front

How should the theme be written?

Back

1 or 2 full sentences

Front

What is the sequence of events in a story called?

Back

Plot

Front

What part of the plot introduces the conflict?

Back

Rising Action

Front

What is the turning point of the story called?

Back

Climax

Front

What is the final outcome of the story called?

Back

Resolution

Front

What is a central idea or message in a literary work?

Back

Theme