Stages of Plot
The part of the plot that gives basic background information.
Exposition
takes place entirely inside the character’s own mind
Internal Conflict
The author tells the reader exactly what the character is like
Direct Characterization
where a story takes place (time, location, weather)
setting
when a reader or speaker says one thing but means the opposite
verbal irony
an episode, plot point, or event that hooks the reader into the story.
Inciting Incident/Initial Conflict
a character struggles against an outside force
External Conflict
The reader has to use their own judgment to decide what a character is like based on evidence the writer gives us
Indirect Characterization
a reader's reaction to the events of a story
mood
an occurrence that contradicts the expectations of the reader or audience
situational irony
reveals the conflict and all the problems that come from it
Rising Action
example: two boxers in a boxing ring
person vs person
undergoes change and development
dynamic character
the author's attitude toward the events of a story
tone
the universal message or idea that a story reveals
theme
moment of great emotional intensity or suspense in a plot; the conflict is decided; the point of no return
Climax
example: a man lost in the woods
person vs nature
experiences no change or development
static character
a contrast between what we expect and what really happens (a surprise to us)
Irony
when the reader has access to the thoughts and feelings of one character
1st person point of view
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how the characters deal with the fallout of the climax
Falling Action and Resolution
example: a person on trial for breaking the law
person vs society
a well- developed character with lots of traits and characteristics (we know a lot about them)
Round character (a flat character would be its opposite)
when the reader/audience knows more about the events of the story than the characters do
dramatic irony
when the reader has access to the thoughts and feelings of all characters
3rd person omniscient