Timeline Parts of a Story
The events that happen after the climax and bein to wrap up the story
Falling Action
The overall path of the story from beginning to end, including how the character or situation changes
Arc
The feeling or attitude the storyteller creates through their voice, word choice, and delivery
Tone
The turning point of a story where the tension or conflict reaches its highest point
Climax
The subject matter, events, and details in the story
Content
The beat, pace or flow of words and sentences as the story is told
Rhythm
The final part of the story that brings closure and leaves the audience thinking
Conclusion
A true story, shared from personal experience
Personal Narrative
A signal that tells someone when to speak, move or respond during performance
Cue
The series of events that build suspense and develop conflict before the climax
Rising Action
The name of the story that gives the audience a hint about what it will be about
Title
The overall structure of how a story is presented, e.g. spoken word, monologue, dialogue
Format/Medium
Introduction that grabs the audience's attention
Hook
Message
The people working together to tell or perform a story as a group
Ensemble