Plot Definitions
What is the first stage in the plot diagram?
Exposition
How many types of conflict did we discuss yesterday?
6
What is the climax also known as?
The turning point or change in character
What type of conflict?
Marley just got into a fight with her best friend.
man vs man
What is the second stage in the plot diagram?
Rising Action
Define external conflict.
conflict that takes place outside the body
What is the french term for resolution?
Denouement
What type of conflict?
Jason was hiking through the woods when all of a sudden a rabid squirrel attacked him.
man vs nature
What is the 3rd stage in the plot diagram?
Climax
Define internal conflict.
Conflict that takes place inside the body or mind.
What does denouement mean in French?
To finish
What type of conflict?
Jeffrey is struggling to tell his girlfriend that he cheated on her.
man vs self
What is the 4th stage in the plot diagram? (after climax?)
Falling Action
ex- means....
out
What are the 2 things revealed in the exposition of a story?
Setting and main characters
What type of conflict?
Aliens are attacking Moss Middle School.
Man vs. Supernatural
What is the final stage in the plot diagram?
Resolution/ Denouement
What is the only type of internal conflict? Man vs. _____?
self
Define plot.
The sequence of events in a story.
What type of conflict?
Melissa decided to steal a candy bar from the grocery store. She was caught by an off duty police officer and given a ticket.
man vs society