The Basics
The events that take place in a story
Plot
The beginning
Exposition
WHERE TWO PEOPLE FIGHT AGAINST EACH OTHER
Character vs. Character
The main character
Protagonist
How old will I be on Monday?
28
Where and When
Setting
The events that lead to the turning point
Rising Action
A PERSON AND SOMETHING OUTSIDE LIKE WEATHER OR AN ANIMAL
Character vs. Nature
The person against the main character
Antagonist
What is my favorite holiday?
Christmas
The people (or living things) that are included in the story
Characters
The events that lead up to the ending
Falling Action
BETWEEN A PERSON AND THEIR OWN THOUGHTS, FEARS, OR BELIEFS
Character vs. Self
What is mood?
How the reader feels
What is my favorite book series?
Harry Potter
The struggle or problem between people or forces
Conflict
The end of the story
Resolution
BETWEEN A PERSON AND SOMETHING THAT IS NOT "REAL", LIKE GHOSTS, DEMONS OR MONSTERS
Character vs. Supernatural
In the movie "Titanic" a huge ship sinks, killing over 1500 people, when it hits an iceberg. This is an example of what conflict?
Character vs. Nature
Who is my favorite actor? (hint: think Marvel)
Chris Evans (Captain America)
The lesson, message, or moral of the story
Theme
The turning point
Climax
BETWEEN A PERSON AND A LARGER GROUP, USUALLY ABOUT THINGS LIKE RULES AND LAWS
Character vs. Society
Is this correct?
"I love pumpkin spice," (Faust 87).
What is my favorite color?
Lime Green