Understanding Conflict and Plot

What is the main conflict in a story?

• The struggle between opposing forces.

• The resolution of the plot.

• The character's internal thoughts.

• The setting of the story.

How does the introduction set up the plot?

• The introduction focuses solely on the author's background.

• The introduction provides a detailed summary of the entire plot.

• The introduction reveals the ending of the story.

• The introduction sets up the plot by establishing the setting, introducing characters, and presenting the central conflict.

What are the key elements of a plot structure?

• Setting, character development, theme, dialogue

• Prologue, exposition, twist, conclusion

• Exposition, rising action, climax, falling action, resolution

• Introduction, conflict, resolution, denouement

Can you name a character and describe their motivation?

• Sherlock Holmes

• Katniss Everdeen

• Frodo Baggins

• Harry Potter

What happens in the climax of a story?

• The characters reflect on their past experiences.

• The main conflict reaches its peak and leads to a turning point.

• The story ends with a resolution.

• The protagonist discovers a hidden treasure.

How does the resolution affect the characters?

• The resolution only affects the plot, not the characters.

• Characters remain unchanged regardless of the resolution.

• The resolution affects the characters by providing closure, influencing their development and relationships.

• The resolution has no impact on the characters' lives.

What is the difference between internal and external conflict?

• Internal conflict involves multiple characters, while external conflict is only between one character and another.

• Internal conflict is a struggle within a character, while external conflict is a struggle between a character and outside forces.

• Internal conflict is a type of external conflict that occurs in groups.

• Internal conflict is always physical, while external conflict is emotional.

How do characters' motivations drive the plot forward?

• Characters' motivations have no impact on the plot.

• Motivations are only relevant in character development, not the plot.

• The plot is driven solely by external events, not character motivations.

• Characters' motivations drive the plot by creating conflict and influencing their actions.

What are some key events that lead to the climax?

• Protagonist's victory

• Protagonist's obstacles, turning point, critical revelation.

• Minor character's backstory

• Setting description changes

How can you predict the outcome of a story?

• By guessing based on the title.

• By analyzing characters, plot, themes, and foreshadowing.

• By reading the author's biography.

• By ignoring the characters and plot.