Parts of a Plot
The beginning of the story where characters and the setting are introduced
The exposition
Direct Characterization is when
The text directly tells us the character trait.
This type of conflict finds the main character in conflict with another character
Character vs character
The subject matter discussed in the writing is the...
topic
Who is the narrator of the short story "Charles"?
Laurie's mother
The part of the plot that occurs after the exposition
Rising Action
The main character in a story
Protagonist
An alien invasion is an example of this type of conflict:
Character vs supernatural
Dialogue is when...
Character speak to themselves or other characters.
What grade is Laurie in?
Kindergarten
The resolution occurs
At the end of the story after the falling action
The opposing character/force in a story
Antagonist
A character is stranded at sea because of a storm
Character vs nature
The place, time, date, season, etc. when a story is occurring
The setting
How is Charles' behavior at school similar to Laurie's at home?
Both Charles and Laurie are rude and need a lot of attention.
Falling action
The deeper reasons for the character’s actions
Character motivation
Character vs self is when
A character has an internal conflict
Conflict is
The problem in the story
Why does Charles become a well-known character to the family?
Laurie describes all of Charles's actions.
The climax is when...
The conflict is at its highest point
Dynamic characters...
Change overtime throughout the story.
Character vs society is when
Theme is
A universal idea, lesson, or message that the author is trying to convey to the reader through their story.
What did the mother find out at parent-teacher conferences?
Charles wasn't real