SETTING/PLOT
What two main parts make up setting?
Time and Place
What is the difference between internal and external conflict?
Internal = within the character; External = outside force or person.
Which point of view uses “I” or “we”?
First person
A student can’t decide whether to tell the truth about cheating on an exam. What type of conflict is this?
Character vs. Self
A girl argues with her best friend about whether to keep a dangerous secret. What type of conflict?
Character vs. Character
What are the five parts of the traditional plot structure?
Exposition, Rising Action, Climax, Falling Action, Resolution
What is theme?
A universal truth or message about life revealed through the story.
What is characterization?
The process by which a writer reveals a character’s personality.
A man’s new AI assistant begins making decisions for him. What type of conflict is shown?
Character vs. Technology
“Marcus was a selfish man.” What kind of characterization is this?
Direct characterization
What is an example of "time" in a setting?
Year, time of day, era.
What’s the difference between a topic and a theme?
Topic = subject; Theme = message about that subject.
What’s the difference between direct and indirect characterization?
Direct tells the audience traits; indirect shows them through actions, thoughts, etc.
The author writes: “Lena never missed a chance to help someone, even when she was tired.” What type of characterization is this?
Indirect (through actions)
A character’s dialogue says, “I’m fine,” but they are trembling. What is revealed through indirect characterization?
They are anxious or scared but hiding it.
What part of the plot includes the main character facing a series of conflicts?
Rising Action
Which type of conflict occurs when someone fights against unfair laws or expectations?
Character vs. Society
What’s the difference between limited and omniscient third person?
The narrator reports events without thoughts or opinions.
The story begins at sunrise in a quiet fishing village. What kind of mood might this setting create?
Calm, peaceful, reflective
A character gives up wealth to live simply and happily. What is a possible theme?
Happiness isn’t found in material possessions.
Why is setting important in fiction?
It reinforces or symbolizes the theme.
Why should a theme be universal?
So it can apply to people and society across time and place.
What is third-person objective?
The narrator reports events without thoughts or opinions.
A story set on Mars in the year 3020 would most likely include what kind of conflict?
Character vs. Nature or Character vs. Technology
A story begins in a courtroom. How might this setting influence the theme?
Could emphasize a story rooted in justice, truth, or morality.