Plot Diagram
the most exciting or intense part of the story
climax
Protagonist
Pronouns used in this point of view are I, me, my, we
First person point of view
the time and place of a story
setting
Elsa from the movie Frozen is the ________
Protagonist
This part of the plot diagram includes the setting, characters, and the background
exposition
True or false: The protagonist is always a likeable character
False
Perspective from which the story is told
point of view
the chain of events that make up a story
plot
Vector from despicable me is the _________
antagonist
this is where the remaining questions get answered, conflict is resolved.
the resolution
a character or force in conflict with the protagonist
The Narrator of this story is talking directly to the reader, usually as instructions
second person point of view
a character that does not undergo a change over the course of a story
static character
identify the setting. "The stadium was alive with energy as night fell, bright lights shining down on the football field. Fans wearing colorful jerseys cheered loudly, their breath puffing in the cool air. The delicious smell of popcorn and hot dogs filled the stands, making everyone hungry. Players stood in a tight huddle, their faces serious and focused. Suddenly, the referee's whistle blew, and the crowd erupted with excitement, ready for an action-packed game under the starry sky"
setting: nighttime at a football field
events following the climax
falling action
True or false: The antagonist is always a person.
False
The narrator is not part of the story but they know the thoughts/ feelings of one specific character
3rd person limited point of view
this is a character who we know a lot about, they change over the course of the story
dynamic character
which point of view is this written in "As I stood on the edge of the cliff, the cool breeze blew through my hair, and I looked out at the sparkling ocean. The waves crashed against the rocks below, sending sprays of water flying into the air. My heart raced with excitement and a little bit of fear. I was about to take a big leap off the cliff, and I couldn’t wait! Taking a deep breath, I felt the thrill of adventure fill me up. With one last look at the beautiful view, I jumped, feeling like I was flying"
First person point of view
this part of the story is where complications arise
rising action
find the Protagonist and Antagonist. In the bustling town of Maplewood, twelve-year-old Sam loved to explore the nearby woods, searching for hidden treasures and secret paths. His biggest rival, Jake, often mocked him for his adventures, claiming the woods were too dangerous. One sunny afternoon, Sam discovered a mysterious old map tucked beneath a rock, hinting at a treasure hidden deep in the forest. Excited, he decided to follow it, but when Jake caught wind of his plans, he challenged Sam to a race, determined to find the treasure first. “You’ll never make it past the thorny bushes!” Jake taunted, but Sam was determined to prove him wrong and uncover the treasure before Jake could sabotage his quest.
Protagonist: sam
Antagonist: Jake
The narrator is not part of the story but they know what all the characters are thinking
3rd person omniscient point of view
Is this passage fiction or non fiction "The ancient Egyptians are famous for their impressive pyramids, which were built as tombs for their pharaohs. The Great Pyramid of Giza, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, was constructed around 2580 BC and is made up of over two million stone blocks. Ancient Egyptians believed in an afterlife, and they buried their pharaohs with treasures to help them in the next world. The Egyptians also developed a system of writing called hieroglyphics, using symbols to represent sounds and ideas. Their rich culture included advances in mathematics, medicine, and art, leaving a lasting legacy that fascinates people today."
Non Fiction
Riley from the movie "inside out" is an example of what kind of character
dynamic character