Major Literary Elements

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What is the part of plot that establishes the setting, introduces characters, and hints at the conflict?

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exposition

Front

The series of events that make up a story is referred to as the

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plot

Front

The way the characters act, either directly or indirectly stated

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characterization

Front

The type of narration in the story (1st, 3rd, etc.)

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point of view

Front

The problem in the story, always noted as a struggle between two opposing forces like person vs person, person vs. self, person vs. nature, person vs. society

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conflict

Front

Where and when the story takes place

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setting

Front

The event where the conflict is solved

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resolution

Front

The events that happen after the climax that lead to a resolution or ending to the story

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falling action

Front

Turning point of the plot

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Climax

Front

The events in the story that lead to the climax

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rising action