Plot
What is the climax of a story?
The turning point or most exciting moment
What is characterization?
The way an author reveals a character’s personality
What is conflict in a story?
A struggle between opposing forces
What does the “S” in STEAL stand for?
Speech
What part of the story wraps up loose ends?
Resolution
Which part of the plot introduces the main characters and setting?
Exposition
When an author directly tells you what a character is like, it’s called…
Direct Characterization
Which type of conflict is internal?
Character vs. Self
What does the “T” in STEAL stand for?
Thoughts
“Maria shivers in a blizzard, trying to survive.” What type of conflict is that?
Character vs. Nature
What happens during the falling action?
Events that lead to the resolution
When an author shows a character’s personality through speech, thoughts, or actions, it’s called…
Indirect Characterization
A struggle between a character and a natural force like weather or animals is…
Character vs. Nature
What does the “E” in STEAL stand for?
Effects on others
The students protested the school’s new rule.” What type of conflict is that?
Character vs. Society
What is the plot of a story?
The sequence of events that make up a story
A character who changes during the story is called a…
Dynamic character
When a character fights unfair rules or laws, it’s…
Character vs. Society
What does the “A” in STEAL stand for?
Actions
Kevin debates whether to tell the truth or lie.” What type of conflict is that?
Character vs. Self
List the five main parts of a plot diagram in order.
Exposition, Rising Action, Climax, Falling Action, Resolution
A character who stays the same throughout the story is called a…
Static character
A struggle between a character and technology is called…
Character vs. Technology
What does the “L” in STEAL stand for?
Looks
Describe what happens in the rising action of a story.
Events that build tension and develop the conflict leading up to the climax.