Literary Elements and Their Definitions

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What is an external conflict?

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A struggle between a character and an outside force, such as another character, society, or nature.

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What is the climax of a story?

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The most exciting moment or turning point of a story.

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What is the setting of a story?

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The time and place in which the story occurs.

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What is the theme of a story?

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The lesson or message the author wants to share.

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What are characters in a story?

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The people or beings that take part in the action of the story.

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What is an internal conflict?

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A struggle within a character, often involving emotions or decisions.

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What is a protagonist?

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The main character in a story, often facing a conflict.

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What is an antagonist?

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A character or force that opposes the protagonist.

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What is a plot?

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The sequence of events that make up a story.

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What is a narrative?

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