Grade 7 Plot Structure

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What is plot structure?

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

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What is exposition in a story?

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Exposition is the part of a story that introduces background information, characters, and the setting.

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What is the rising action?

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Rising action is the series of events that create suspense and lead up to the climax of the story.

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What is the climax of a story?

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The climax is the turning point or the most intense moment in a story, where the main conflict reaches its peak.

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What is falling action?

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Falling action is the events that occur after the climax, leading towards the resolution of the story.

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What is resolution in a story?

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Resolution is the conclusion of the story where conflicts are resolved and the story comes to a close.

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What initiates the main conflict in a story?

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The main conflict is often initiated by an event or situation that disrupts the status quo, such as a letter arriving or a challenge being presented.

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How do you identify the climax in a narrative?

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The climax can be identified as the moment of greatest tension or conflict, often involving a decisive confrontation.

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What is the significance of the falling action?

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Falling action serves to wrap up the story, showing the consequences of the climax and leading to the resolution.

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What role does the antagonist play in a story?

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The antagonist is the character or force that opposes the protagonist, creating conflict in the narrative.