Who or what does the action in a short story or novel?
character
one of the "w" words that is part of the setting
The type of conflict where a character fusses with another character.
character versus character
the first part of the story, sometimes called the introduction
exposition
an important character in the story (two words)
main character
the other "w" word that is part of the setting
when or where
the type of conflict where a character battles a storm or wild animal
character versus nature
the end of the story, rhymes with conclusion
resolution
a supporting character in the story (two words)
minor character
true or false: The setting does not affect the plot of a story.
false
The type of conflict where the character faces an internal battle.
character versus self
the part of the plot where your questions begin to be answered
falling action
the hero or main character of a story
protagonist
True or False: The future can be a part of the setting.
true
the type of conflict where a character must stand up to unfair rules or discrimination
character versus society
the part of the plot where suspense and interest builds
rising action
the character that opposes, or goes against, the protagonist
antagonist
True or false: A story might not have a setting.
false
The conflict gets worse and worse in this part of the plot.
rising action
the turning point in a story
climax