Plot Elements

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What is the introduction/exposition in a plot?

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The introduction/exposition is the part of the story that introduces the characters, setting, and basic situation.

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What is the climax of a story?

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The climax is the turning point in the story, where the main conflict reaches its highest intensity.

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What does conflict mean in a story?

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Conflict refers to the problem or struggle that the characters face in the story.

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What is rising action in a plot?

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Rising action is the series of events that lead up to the climax, building tension and developing the conflict.

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What is falling action in a plot?

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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 plot?

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Resolution is the part of the story where the conflict is resolved and the story comes to a close.

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What is a character in a story?

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A character is a person, animal, or figure represented in a story.

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What is the setting of a story?

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The setting is the time and place in which the story occurs.

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What is a theme in literature?

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The theme is the central idea or message that the story conveys.

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What is an example of a conflict?

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An example of conflict is a character facing a moral dilemma or a struggle against an antagonist.