Plot Chart
The beginning of a story that tells you important information like who the characters are, where the story takes place, etc.
Exposition
Compares two or more things using the words "like" or "as."
Simile
The perspective from which a story is told; shows the different types of narrators in a story.
Point of View
The message or lesson of story.
Theme
Repetition of consonant sounds at the start of words within one sentence.
Alliteration
The part where the conflict begins to build and the stakes get higher. Includes conflict and suspense.
Rising Action
Metaphor
Used to hint at events that have yet to happen
Foreshadowing
When a character struggles with themselves, likely affects their mental or emotional state.
Internal Conflict
Repetition of sounds at the end of words in a sentence.
Rhyme
Turning point of a story where the conflict reaches a tipping point or change.
Climax
Gives inanimate objects or animals human characteristics.
Personification
A scene in a story that is out of order, showing an event from the past
Flashback
When there is an opposing force to the main character, a struggle between two or more opposing obstacles.
External conflict.
Words used to describe a sound and resemble the sound they are referring to.
Onomatopoeia
The section of a story where the conflict deescalates and the tension is loosened. Ties up loose ends.
Falling Action
Exaggerates the meaning of a sentence.
Hyperbole
The central character of a story. The main character.
Protagonist
The attitude of the writer shown in their writing, affected by word choice.
Tone
A reference to a famous person, place, or event.
Allusion
Everything is worked out (for better or for worse) and the story ends. Usually has a reflection.
Resolution
A phrase which has no literal meaning, but rather has an implied meaning to describe a situation.
Ex: It's raining cats and dogs!
Idiom
The central enemy of a character. Often times the bad guy.
Antagonist
Use of descriptive language in writing. Appeals to the five senses; creates a "picture" in your mind as you read.
Imagery
A statement made in contradiction to reality. Conveys sarcasm or surprise.
Ex: A pilot who is afraid of heights.
Irony