Definition of Elements
Resolution
The part of the plot when the problem of the story is resolved, worked out, or concluded. The reader may or may not have a sense of closure (the story may end with a cliffhanger).
The part of the plot that is the point of greatest tension and/or the turning point in the action or plot. It is the most intense moment-either mentally or in action.
Climax
exactly
stress that something is correct
coming at the end; last
final
Climax
The part of the plot that is the point of greatest tension and/or the turning point in the action or plot. It is the most intense moment-either mentally or in action.
The part of the plot when tensions fall, things begin to relax, and action is on the decline.
Falling Action
especially
more than usual
to make someone aware
alert
Falling Action
The part of the plot when tensions fall, things begin to relax, and action is on the decline.
The part of the plot where characters develop, conflicts increase, motives are introduced, and things happen and begin to build up.
Rising Action
respond
to answer or react
an amount of money
fee
Exposition
The part of the plot that provides the reader with background information introducing the setting, characters, and main conflicts.
The part of the plot when the problem of the story is resolved, worked out, or concluded. The reader may or may not have a sense of closure (the story may end with a cliffhanger).
Resolution
frustration
a feeling of anger or annoyance
to go back
return
Rising Action
The part of the plot where characters develop, conflicts increase, motives are introduced, and things happen and begin to build up.
The part of the plot that provides the reader with background information introducing the setting, characters, and main conflicts.
Exposition
volunteer
working to help others without getting paid
to do something that is difficult
manage