Literary Elements Flashcard

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What is the exposition in a story?

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The exposition is the part of a story where the conflict is introduced and background information is provided.

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What is a theme in literature?

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The theme is the lesson or moral of the story, often conveying a central message.

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What does character development mean?

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Character development refers to the process of a character changing and growing throughout the story.

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What is the climax of a story?

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

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What is the falling action in a story?

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The falling action is the part of the story after the climax, where the conflict begins to resolve.

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What is a conflict in literature?

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Conflict is a struggle between opposing forces, which drives the plot of the 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 story occurs.

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What is a main character?

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The main character is the central figure in a story, often facing the main conflict.

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What is a plot structure?

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Plot structure refers to the sequence of events that make up a story, including exposition, rising action, climax, falling action, and resolution.

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What is a moral in a story?

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A moral is a lesson that can be learned from the story, often related to the theme.