Main Idea and Story Elements

The central thought or message that the story conveys.

• main idea of a story

• internal conflict

• theme

Story element that describes when and where a story takes place.

• main idea

• internal conflict

• setting

A fight between two characters.

• theme

• internal conflict

• climax

The sequence of events that make up a story is called:

• setting

• internal conflict

• plot

Supporting details in a story.

• Replace the main idea.

• Are unnecessary to the story.

• Help explain and develop the main idea.

Refers to who is telling the story.

• point of view

• plot

• climax

Explain how the problem is solved.

• resolution

• plot

• internal conflict

The underlined message or lesson.

• resolution

• plot

• theme

Surrounding information that helps understanding.

• mood

• context clues

• story's falling

A struggle between a character and outside forces.

• internal conflict

• mood

• external conflict