Plot
The part of the plot the introduces the characters, setting, and atmosphere.
What is the exposition?
A character who is in opposition with themselves, usually over a decision that needs to be made.
What is character versus self?
The reason the text was written. It is the most important thought from the entire text.
What is the main idea?
A character who helps moves the plot along but is not the subject of the plot.
What is the secondary characters?
A character or two or more characters that are in conflict with each other
What is character versus character?
List two points of view.
First person: The narrator is telling the story (using "I") Third person: The narrator is an outside observer, using she, he, and they.
A point in the story, after the exposition, where the characters start to interact with the conflict.
What is the rising action?
A character known for only for one trait or characteristic.
What is the flat character
When a person must battle the elements.
What is character vs. nature?
An object or person that stands for something else, usually an abstract idea, and helps highlight the theme of the story.
What is the symbol?
Words that make us think of our 5 senses
What is imagery?
A character who changes over time.
What is a dynamic character?
When the protagonist's ideas conflict with the rules or norms of the society in which they live
What is character vs. society?
A statement about human nature or about life that the author is trying to express.
What is Theme?
The events after the climax, the problem is being worked out and the action is winding down.
What is the falling action?
A character who has many personality traits, sometimes contradictory ones, and is very realistic.
What is round character?
What are the two possible categories for each type of conflict?
What is internal and external conflict?
Gives objects or animals the qualities of humans
What is Personification?
Make believe stories that often teach a lesson
What is a fable/folk tale?