Plot elements

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What is the setting of a story?

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The time and location in which a story takes place.

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What does exposition refer to in a story?

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The introduction of background information, including characters, setting, and the initial conflict.

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What is rising action?

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The portion of the story where the conflict or problem increases.

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What happens during the climax of a story?

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The turning point where the main conflict reaches its highest intensity.

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What is falling action?

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Events begin to calm down after the climax.

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What is resolution in a story?

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The outcome of a conflict, telling you how things turn out, the ending.

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What is a conflict in a story?

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A struggle between two people or things that drives the plot.

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What is the purpose of the setting in a story?

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To provide context and background for the events and characters.

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How does the rising action contribute to a story?

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It builds tension and develops the conflict leading up to the climax.

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What is the difference between falling action and resolution?

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Falling action shows the aftermath of the climax, while resolution concludes the story.