Character
This is the people or beings that the story is about.
The characters
The time and place where a story happens is called this.
The setting
The series of events that take place in a story is called this.
The plot
This is the main problem that the characters face in a story.
The conflict
The message or lesson the author wants to express is called this.
The theme
This type of character is the main one who faces the problem.
The protagonist
Give three examples of a setting
Varies
The beginning of the story, where characters and setting are introduced, is called this.
The exposition
A struggle between a character and an outside force, such as nature, is this type of conflict.
An external conflict
When the story is told from the perspective of a character within the story, using I, me, and we pronouns
First-person point-of-view
This character typically opposes the main character.
The antagonist
The descriptive detail often used to create the setting is known as this.
Imagery
The part of the story where the main problem or conflict is resolved.
The resolution
This conflict happens within a character's mind.
An internal conflict
When the story is told from the perspective of an outside observer, using he, she, and they pronouns.
Third person point-of-view
These are characters who help move the story forward but aren't the main focus.
The supporting characters
The mood or feeling drawn from the setting often impacts this aspect of the story.
The tone
This term describes the turning point or the moment of greatest tension.
The climax
Characters facing conflict with a community or group experience this type of conflict.
Character VS society
When identifying theme, this story aspect helps you understand the deeper meaning.
Symbols and symbolism
The theme of a story is often determined by looking at this—the changes in the main character.
Character Development
This term describes the cultural and economic situation as part of the setting.
The context or social-setting
The series of events after the climax leading to the resolution is known by this term.
The falling action.
Name three types of external conflict.
Character VS Society; Character VS Nature; Character VS Character; Character VS Technology; Character VS Supernatural; Character VS Fate
When the author drops hints, warnings, or clues about things that will happen later in the story.
Foreshadowing