Elements of Story
Int/Ext Conflict
Identify the Conflict
Writing Strategies
Stages of Plot
100
The people and personified things

Character

100

Internal Conflict is also known as what?

Character vs Self
100

In “The Shining”, Jack Torrance’s family moves into the isolated Overlook Hotel for the winter, only to be haunted by entities residing there that make him murderous.

Character vs Supernatural

100

The knowledge or traditions of a particular group

Lore / Folklore

100

Which stage of the plot is the peak of excitement?

Climax

200

When and where the story takes place

Setting

200

Common challenges include wildlife attacks and extreme weather

Character vs Nature

200

Two characters find themselves in love with the same person, leading to a rivalry driven by jealousy of one another and the desire to win the heart of the person they both love.

Character vs Character

200

Visually descriptive figurative language

Imagery

200

Which stage of plot introduces the characters, setting, and mood?

Exposition

300

The problem in the story

Conflict

300
Common themes include individualism and freedom

Character vs Society

300

In The Lion King, Simba flees Pride Rock, choosing the carefree life. But deep down, he knows he must return to Pride Rock, avenge his father, and take his rightful spot as leader of the pride.

Character vs Self / Internal Conflict

300

Creating a feeling or atmosphere by using words

Mood

300

Which stage of plot is the ending of the story?

Resolution

400

The big idea, lesson, or moral

Theme

400

The lesson/theme of “too much greed or ambition can lead to the creation of things humanity is not fully ready to handle" is commonly featured in which kind of conflict?

Character vs Technology

400

In "1984" Winston fights against a government that seeks to control every aspect of citizens’ lives, including their thoughts and actions.

Character vs Society

400

What is the definition of Foreshadowing?

Hints at what will occur later in the story.

400

Which stage of plot follows the introduction of conflict, and increases tension and emotion. 

Rising Action

500
The events of the story

Plot

500
A common challenge is battling against the inevitable as commanded by a prophecy or deity

Character vs Fate

500
A popular social media platform meant to bring community soon turns its users against each other in a competition to be the most "liked" and highly rated

Character vs Technology

500

What is the definition of Juxtaposition?

Placing two things side by side so as to highlight their differences

500

Which stage of plot follows the climax?

Falling Action