Name that Element
Where you would introduce the setting, characters, and conflict
What is Exposition?
Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone → Harry vs. Voldemort.
What is Person vs Person?
maria asked do you want to go to the movies after school
Maria asked, “Do you want to go to the movies after school?”
A character learns to always tell the truth, even when it’s difficult.
What is honesty / telling the truth is important?
Her smile was as bright as the sun.
What is a simile?
The emotional high point of the story
What is Climax?
Moana navigating the dangers of the sea
What is Person vs Nature?
I can’t believe you did that said jamal
“I can’t believe you did that,” said Jamal.
Two friends get into a fight, but realize their bond is stronger than their differences.
What is friendship / forgiveness is powerful?
The classroom was a zoo during the group project.
What is a metaphor?
The logical result of the climax
What is falling action?
Inside Out → Riley struggling with her emotions and identity.
What is Person vs Self?
she whispered it’s a secret don’t tell anyone
She whispered, “It’s a secret. Don’t tell anyone.”
A wealthy man has everything he wants but still feels empty and lonely.
What is material wealth doesn’t equal happiness / true happiness comes from relationships, not possessions?
This bag weighs a ton.
What is hyperbole?
The natural conclusion to a character's plot or journey
What is resolution?
Mulan defying traditional gender roles to fight for her family and country.
What is Person vs Society?
so you’re telling me asked maya that we climbed all this way for nothing
“So you’re telling me,” asked Maya, “that we climbed all this way for nothing?”
A girl hides her art because she fears being judged, but when she finally shares it, she inspires others.
What is self-expression / be true to yourself?
The crunch of leaves underfoot echoed as the crisp autumn air stung my cheeks.
What is imagery?
The series of events in a story that build tension and develop the plot's central conflict, leading up to the story's climax
What is Rising Action?
Coco → Miguel interacts with spirits in the Land of the Dead.
What is Person vs Supernatural?
that was amazing shouted emily I’ve never seen anything like it
“That was amazing!” shouted Emily. “I’ve never seen anything like it.”
A character spends years chasing fame and finally becomes popular, but in the process loses touch with their family and oldest friends.
What is ambition can come at a cost / chasing popularity can lead to loneliness?
The bacon sizzled in the pan.
What is onomatopoeia?