Story Elements

Front

What is the main conflict, struggle, or issue that the characters are up against?

Back

Problem

Front

What is a lesson or message of the story?

Back

Theme

Front

What is the time and location where the story takes place?

Back

Setting

Front

What is the sequence of events in a story?

Back

Plot

Front

What do we call the main character in a story?

Back

Protagonist

Front

What do we call a character that opposes the main character?

Back

Antagonist

Front

What is the part of the story where the problem is introduced?

Back

Exposition

Front

What is the part of the story where the conflict reaches its highest point?

Back

Climax

Front

What do we call the events that follow the climax and lead to the resolution?

Back

Falling Action

Front

What is the conclusion of the story where the problem is resolved?

Back

Resolution