Elements of Fiction Review

Front

What is the time, place, and period in which the action takes place?

Back

Setting

Front

What is the central part of the story during which various problems arise after a conflict is introduced?

Back

Rising Action

Front

What part of the story involves the problems being solved and the action coming to an end?

Back

Resolution

Front

What is it called when the writer tells the audience what the personality of the character is?

Back

Direct Characterization

Front

What is the series of events in a story called?

Back

Plot

Front

What is the term for the struggle between opposing forces in a story?

Back

Conflict

Front

What is the turning point of the story where the main character faces the conflict?

Back

Climax

Front

What is the part of the story that provides background information?

Back

Exposition

Front

What is the term for the way a character is revealed through their actions, thoughts, and dialogue?

Back

Indirect Characterization

Front

What is the final outcome of the story called?

Back

Denouement