Narrative Elements

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Synonym for narrative?

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a story

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Beginning, middle, and end of a story are known as ______________ in a narrative.

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plot events

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What is the plot of a story?

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The sequence of events in the story.

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Define the introduction (exposition) of a short story.

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It is the beginning.

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Rising action in a story:

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Events that build tension and suspense.

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Climax: The turning point where characters face the main problem.

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Defines the climax of a story.

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Problems and tensions between characters and situations are called:

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Conflicts

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Falling action follows the conflicts and climax, leading to resolution.

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Correct answer: Conflicts and climax lead to resolution.

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Resolution of a story: when characters learn a lesson and conflicts are resolved.

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Correct answer: Characters learn a lesson and some conflicts are solved.

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Theme of a story:

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The message or moral the author presents.