Basics
A person, animal, or object in a story
Character
the most heightened part of the story; where the story takes a turn
Climax
when the book speaks directly about the character’s traits
direct characterization
when a character is fighting against another character
man vs man
educated guess
inference
where and when a story takes place along with the duration
Setting
the events leading up to the climax that push the plot forward
Rising Action
the inferences a reader makes about a character due to the clues the book gives
indirect characterization
when a character has a problem with events such as tornadoes, hurricanes, etc.
man vs nature
the different types of stories and movies
genres
problem in the story
Conflict
It's the ending of the story.
RESOLUTION
a problem that happens outside of the character
external conflict
when a character is fighting ghosts, aliens, etc.
man vs supernatural
the feelings a story gives
mood
What is the main message (or lesson) in the story?
The theme
the beginning of the story where you meet the characters, setting, and problem
Exposition
a problem that happens within the character
internal conflict
when a character is struggling with a decision within themselves
man vs self
the way the author uses words to create a feeling
tone
Sequence of events in a story
plot
the problem is now being discussed and loose ends are being tied up
Falling Action
when readers describe a character and their thoughts and actions
characterization
when a character is fighting against the laws they are governed by
man vs society
the writer’s personality is revealed through his/her word choice and writing style
voice