Literary Terms
The events that happen in a story
What is Plot
When he heard the school bell, Alex remembered the first time he moved to a new school and how nervous he had felt.
What is Memory Moment
Where and when the story takes place, including time, place and mood.
What is Setting
A problem a character has within themselves.
What is Internal Conflict.
The important life lesson a story tries to teach.
What is Theme
As the rain poured down, Sarah suddenly realized she had left her little brother waiting at the park.
What is Aha Moment
The two types of characterization.
What is Direct and Indirect.
A problem a character has with forces in the world around them.
What is External Conflict.
The main character in a story.
What is the Protagonist
On the bus ride home, James thought, “Should I tell my best friend the truth, even if it hurts?”
What is Tough Questions
The perspective from which the story is told.
What is Point of View or POV
The hikers fought against freezing wind and snow to reach safety (Man vs. __________)
What is Man vs Nature
What is conflict.
Every time Jake walked past the trophy case, he stopped and stared at the same basketball trophy. He whispered, “Someday…”
On the Plot Diagram -- this is the first part of the plot.
What is Exposition.
Luis argued with his best friend after discovering the secret he had kept.
A clue or hint about what may happen next or later in the story.
What is Foreshadow
Maya usually sits quietly in class, but today she suddenly shouted out an answer without raising her hand.
What is Contrast and Contradictions
This is the most exciting or intense part of the story. Sometimes we call it the peak of the story.
What is Climax
Ben couldn’t decide whether to tell the truth or protect his brother. (Man vs _________)
What is Man vs Himself