Plot Elements
Exposition
Something being explained in a story to give information that the reader may have not already known
Personification
Giving human characteristics to objects or anything unhuman-like.
Flat Character
characters that do not change during the story
This is used to give one character narration in a story not from their POV
Verbal Irony
a character says something that contrasts the literal meaning of what they said. (sarcasm)
Rising Action
The tension that builds in a story showing the main conflict
Hyperbole
claims that are exaggerated
Round Character
Is a character that is a deep and layered character in a story
Third Person POV
the narrator exists outside the events of the story
Dramatic Irony
when the audience knows something the character doesn’t.
At the end of the rising action, tension ended usually the most intense moment
Simile
Comparison of two things USING like or as
Dynamic Character
A character that goes through a change throughout the story
Limited POV
This is used to give one character narration from their point of view
Situational Irony
when an event happens that isn’t expected.
Resolution
the end of the story when the conflict is resolved
Metaphor
A comparison of two things WITHOUT using like or as
Indirect Characterization
Describing a character through their thoughts and actions
Omniscient POV
This is used to give multiple people narration from their point of view
Symbolism
The use of symbols to represent ideas
Denouement
the end of a story or play that brings the whole plot together and everything is explained.
Theme
The main message of the story
Direct Characterization
Describing a character straightforwardly whether that be through physical appearance or their passions said straight in the story.
Author's Voice
The author’s style of writing and what makes it unique.
Frame Story
Stories embedded into the main story.