Plot
Define Exposition
The beginning of the story where the characters and setting is introduced.
The time and place where a story happens.
Setting
The main problem in a story.
Conflict
The deeper message or life lesson that readers learn from a story.
Theme
What is the difference between Theme and Topic.
Theme is the message and Topic is what the story is about.
The most intense moment of the story where the conflict reaches its peak.
Climax
The period in which a story takes place.
Time Period
A struggle between two characters.
Character vs Character
The main subject or idea.
Topic
A story where a hiker must survive a dangerous snowstorm in the mountains is an example of this type of conflict.
Character vs nature
Events that happen after the climax and lead toward the end.
Falling Action
Details that help readers picture the setting.
Sensory Details
A struggle within a character’s own mind.
Character vs Self
The perspective from which the story is told.
Point of view
The series of events that build suspense and lead up to the climax of a story.
Rising action
The final outcome or solution of the story’s conflict.
Resolution
A story that takes place in New York City in 1920. What is the setting and time period?
NYC and 1920
A struggle between a character and rules or expectations.
Character vs Society
The author writes: “The warm chocolate chip cookies filled the kitchen with a sweet smell, and the melted chocolate dripped onto my fingers.” What literary device is being used here?
Imagery
Maria practiced for weeks for the school talent show. When she finally stepped on stage, the curtain opened and the judges stared silently as she began to sing. Which part of the plot is this?
In Little Red Riding Hood, the moment when the wolf confronts Little Red Riding Hood at Grandma’s house is which part of the part?
Climax
When a dark forest, abandoned house, or stormy night creates a scary feeling in a story, the setting helps create this.
Mood or atmosphere
A character must decide whether to tell the truth or lie to protect a friend. The struggle happens entirely in the character’s thoughts and feelings.
Character vs self
In The Gift of the Magi, the watch chain and the combs represent the characters’ love and sacrifice. When objects represent deeper meanings like this, the author is using this literary element.
Symbolism
A character repeatedly sees a red rose throughout the story, reminding them of someone they lost. Which literary element is being used?
Symbolism