Plot Mountain
The conclusion of the story that reveals the solution to the problem or conflict
resolution
"He was busy as a bee, always working on tasks without taking much of a break."
What type of figurative language is this?
simile
This type of characterization TELLS the audience about the character's personality
direct characterization
True or False: Theme is expressed in a single word.
a conflict that takes place within the mind of a character; character struggles to make a decision, take an action, or overcome a feeling
Which type on conflict is this?
internal conflict
The part of the story that develops the problem or conflict through a series of events that build up interest and/or suspense
rising action or development
"Books are mirrors of the soul."
What type of figurative language is this?
metaphor
"Mirrors": Represents the ability to see oneself clearly.
"Soul": Represents the deepest thoughts, emotions, and experiences of a person.
This type of characterization SHOWS the audience the personality of a character through STEAL.
indirect characterization
The message, moral, or lesson the author wants the reader to learn through the text is ____________.
theme
conflict where a character struggles against some outside force such as another character in a story, the environment or nature, society, or fate
Which type on conflict is this?
external conflict
An introduction to the story that provides necessary details about characters, setting, and the basic situation
exposition
"She had butterflies in her stomach leading up to performing the monologue to a full audience."
What type of figurative language is this?
idiom
"He always volunteered to do the most difficult tasks, never complaining about the workload."
What kind of characterization is this?
Indirect Characterization (Actions)
In a story, this person faces challenges and tries to overcome them.
protagonist
Identify the type of conflict: 1984 depicts a world in which government control and surveillance have completely taken over. A man tries to fight back against the government by educating himself and recruiting others to help him make change.
character (person) vs. society
The turning point of the story where the problem/conflict reaches its peak
"You know that New York is the city that never sleeps. There are people everywhere at all times!"
What type of figurative language is this?
personification
"Alicia was well-dressed for her first day of work. She was feeling very confident."
What kind of characterization is this?
Direct Characterization
the person working against the main character
antagonist
Identify the type of conflict: The Perks of Being a Wallflower is a story about Charlie, a freshman in high school, who struggles with feeling awkward and shy. Over the course of the year, he tries to figure out who he really is.
character (person) vs. self
The event that sets the plot in motion; the "kickoff" of the story
inciting incident
"He would clear the savanna after every meal."
-Timon (Lion King)
What type of figurative language is this?
hyperbole
" 'I can handle this myself,' she snapped, pushing past the offered help."
What type of characterization is this?
Indirect Characterization (Speech)
"I was only seven years old when my family moved to the United States. We took a vacation that allowed us to explore our nation from east to west and north to south. My friend and I finally relaxed once we got to the beach and waded into the ocean."
From what point of view is this story told?
first person point of view
Identify the conflict: The book Into Thin Air describes a group of climbers trying to reach the summit of Mt. Everest. They face harsh conditions such as low levels of oxygen, avalanches, and freezing temperatures.
character (person) vs. nature