Short Story Elements

Front

What is the beginning of the story called (when characters are introduced)?

Back

Exposition

Front

What is the action that builds suspense called?

Back

Rising Action

Front

What is the highest point of suspense or action (the turning point) called?

Back

Climax

Front

Which part of the story reveals how the events of the climax affected the characters and plot?

Back

Falling Action

Front

Which part of the story shows how the conflict is resolved?

Back

Resolution

Front

What would you call an unexpected turn of events that creates a new perspective of the plot?

Back

Plot Twist

Front

The sequence of events / action of the story is also known as the...

Back

Plot

Front

The standpoint from which a story is told is known as the...

Back

Point of View

Front

What is the point of view called when a story is narrated by the main character?

Back

First Person

Front

What is the point of view called when it is narrated by someone outside the story?

Back

Third Person