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What is conflict in a story?

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The ongoing issue that the main character is dealing with.

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What part of the plot is represented by the rising action?

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The series of events that build up to the climax.

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What is the exposition of a story?

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The introduction where characters and setting are introduced.

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What is the resolution of a story?

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The end of the story where we find out what happened to the characters when the conflict is resolved.

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What is the climax of a story?

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The turning point or the point of great suspense or action.

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What is falling action in a plot?

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The events that follow the climax and lead to the resolution.

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What does the term 'rising action' refer to?

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The events that create suspense and tension leading up to the climax.

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What is the main purpose of the exposition?

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To introduce the characters, setting, and basic situation.

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How does the climax affect the story?

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It is the moment of greatest tension that determines the outcome of the conflict.

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What happens during the falling action?

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The story begins to wind down and the conflict starts to resolve.