Plot
Define Exposition
The beginning of the story where the characters and setting is introduced.
The time and place where a story happens.
Setting
The main problem in a story.
Conflict
The message or lesson of a story.
Theme
What is the difference between Theme and Topic.
Theme is the message and Topic is what the story is about.
The most intense moment of the story where the conflict reaches its peak.
Climax
The period in which a story takes place.
Time Period
A struggle between two characters.
Character vs Character
What the story is about.
Topic
Events that happen after the climax and lead toward the end.
Falling Action
Details that help readers picture the setting.
Sensory Details
A struggle within a character’s own mind.
Character vs Self
The perspective from which the story is told.
Point of view
The final outcome or solution of the story’s conflict.
Resolution
A struggle between a character and rules or expectations.
Character vs Society
The author writes: “The warm chocolate chip cookies filled the kitchen with a sweet smell, and the melted chocolate dripped onto my fingers.” What literary device is being used here?
Imagery