Definitions
Sad and Lonely
Forlorn
They watched in ______ as the dark smoke rose from the old building.
Dismay
The turning point in the story
Climax
A feeling of unhappiness and disappointment
Dismay
The old abandoned farmhouse at the end of the road had a very _______and empty look.
Forlorn
The action that occurs after the climax
Falling action
Completely unconcerned about the consequences of some action; careless
Reckless
Her face looked _______ and tired after a lifetime of hard work.
Wizened
This part of the story provides background information and introduces the characters and the setting
Exposition
Comfort given to someone who is experiencing loss or disappointment
Consolation
She believes the strange noises are made by ghosts, but I think there's a more ______ explanation.
Prosaic
When the climax is introduced and things in the story begin to happen
Rising action
Showing a spirit of goodwill and gernerosity toward all people
Philanthropic
The proud man refused to take ____ even though he had not eaten in days.
Alms
When the unfinished parts of the story are resolved and the story comes to an end
Resolution