Plot Diagram
The time and place of the story is called the
Setting
A difference between what we would expect and what we observe the character doing
Contrast/Contradiction
What is the only type of internal conflict?
Individual vs. Self
The main character in a story is called the
Protagonist
The life lesson or message in the story is called the
Theme
This is where the author introduces us to the setting and characters
Exposition
A character’s realization or understanding of something
Aha Moment
When a character struggles against weather, this is called
Individual vs. Nature
The character who goes against the protagonist is the
Antagonist
Name a type of EXTERNAL conflict
Ind vs Ind
Ind vs Society
Ind vs Nature
Ind vs Supernatural
Ind vs Technology
The turning point in the story is called the
Climax
Questions a character has that reveal his or her inner struggles
Tough Questions
If you get into an argument with your mom, this would be what type of conflict
Individual vs Individual
A character who plays a small role in a story is called a
Minor Character
What are the series of events that make up a story
Plot
The conflict is completely resolved in the
Resolution
The advice or insight from another character, who is usually older
Words from the Wiser
If your Chrome Book crashes and you lose all your work, this would be what type of conflict?
Individual vs Technology
Who is considered the protagonist in The Lion King?
Simba
Give an example of Internal Conflict
Answer will vary - Must include a decision or struggle withing one's self
In this part of the plot, complications/suspense is building
Rising Action
Events, images, or particular words that happen over and over in a story
Again and Again
You enter an abandoned house and have to fight off a demon. What type of conflict is this?
Individual vs Supernatural
Who is considered the antagonist in The Lion King?
Scar
The person telling the story is called the
Narrator