Narrative Unit

Front

What is the order of events in a story?

Back

Sequence

Front

What term describes how the problem or conflict is solved?

Back

Resolution

Front

What is the author’s attitude toward the subject or audience called?

Back

Tone

Front

What term refers to the speed at which the story unfolds?

Back

Pacing

Front

What is the central message or life lesson in the story?

Back

Theme

Front

What is the term for the main character in a story?

Back

Protagonist

Front

What do we call the character or force that opposes the main character?

Back

Antagonist

Front

What is the term for the background information provided at the beginning of a story?

Back

Exposition

Front

What is the turning point of the story called?

Back

Climax

Front

What term describes the events that lead up to the climax?

Back

Rising Action