Plot
The most intense or exciting part of the story
Climax
What is the narrator's name?
Fred
What time did Fred wake up at the start of the story?
2 AM
Does Fred actually enjoy football?
No.
An event that begins the main action of the plot.
Inciting insident
Why couldn’t Fred sleep the night before school?
He was anxious about his first day at a new school.
What was Fred hiding?
He didn't like sports.
What choice did Fred make at the end?
To be himself again.
Introduce time, setting and character
Introduction/Exposition
What physical trait makes people assume Fred is an athlete?
His broad shoulders andd muscular build.
What was Fred's main problem?
Trying to be someone else
How did Fred feel after the game?
Ashamed and sad.
•The conclusion of the story after the climax, often answering any final questions the story has not yet addressed
Resolution
Who was the first person to talk to Fred at the new school?
Nate
What is the story's main theme?
Be true to yourself.
What did Fred do on the bus to avoid people?
Opened a book and stayed quiet.
Building tension as the story begins to reach its climax
Rising tension
What does “built like a tank” suggest about Fred’s appearance?
That he is big and strong
What grade is Fred in?
8th grade
What did Nate's friend say Fred would be?
Their new offensive lineman.