Understanding Story Elements

Front

What is the ending of a story where the outcome is revealed?

Back

Resolution

Front

Who is usually the main character in a story, often facing the central conflict?

Back

Protagonist

Front

What part of a story is where the conflict takes place and leads up to a decision about the problem?

Back

Rising Action

Front

Which element of a story answers the question 'Where and when does the story take place?'

Back

Setting

Front

What best describes the 'antagonist' in a story?

Back

The character or force that opposes the protagonist.

Front

What is the main idea or message of a story called?

Back

Theme

Front

What is the sequence of events in a story called?

Back

Plot

Front

What term describes the struggle between opposing forces in a story?

Back

Conflict

Front

What is the part of the story where the tension builds and the main conflict is introduced?

Back

Rising Action

Front

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

Back

Climax