Define
Plot
This is the literary element that describes the structure of a story. It shows the arrangement of events and actions within a story.
Resolution
the conclusion, the tying together of all of the threads
Point of View
refers to the person who tells the story, the narrator- The perspective of the narrator affects how information is presented to the audience.
Theme
A theme is a universal idea, lesson, or message explored throughout a work of literature.
Also described as an idea, lesson, or message the author shares with the audience. A theme should not only apply to the characters, but also to all people.
I pushed open the creaky door, hoping no one noticed the way my hands shook.
Point of View
(First Person)
Exposition
the start of the story; the situation before the action starts
Conflict
The dramatic struggle between two forces in a story. Without conflict, there is no plot.
Setting
when and where a story takes place- The where can be real or imagined. The when can be present, past, or future.
As dark clouds gathered above the farmhouse, Mia felt a sudden chill, as if the storm wasn’t the only trouble heading their way.
Foreshadowing
The cracked watch in her pocket reminded her that time with her grandmother had run out long ago.
Symbolism
Rising Action
the series of conflicts and crisis in the story that lead to the climax
Flashback
A device used in stories, films, or television episodes that interrupts the flow of the plot to show readers/viewers an event that happened previously.
Dialogue
The exchange of spoken words between two or more characters in a book, play, or other written work.
Even when everyone else quit early, Priya stayed to stack the chairs, humming to herself and smiling at anyone who passed.
Characterization
The forest shimmered with morning light, each leaf edged in gold as birds chattered in the branches overhead.
Description
Climax/Turning point
the turning point; the most intense moment - either mentally or in action
Foreshadowing
A literary device in which authors hint at plot developments that don’t actually occur until later in the story.
Description
A powerful narrative tool; authors use words to show the reader what characters and settings are like, making them easier to imagine.
True friendship means showing up, even when it’s inconvenient.
Theme
"I’m not scared," Rosa insisted, crossing her arms.
"You should be," Leo whispered. "It’s almost midnight."
Dialogue
Falling Action
all of the action which follows the climax
Characters
The people who play a role in a story. Every story has a protagonist and an antagonist.
Symbolism
when an author uses symbols to represent abstract ideas, emotions, or concepts
Lila wanted to tell the truth about what she had seen, but doing so would ruin her best friend’s plan for the talent show.
As he held the old baseball, Jamal remembered the day his dad taught him to throw his first curveball in the backyard.
Flashback