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Plot
The sequence of events in a story.
Exposition
Introduction of the setting, characters, and initial situation in a narrative.
Climax
The turning point of the story; the moment of highest tension.
Falling Action
Events that follow the climax and lead towards resolution.
Resolution
The outcome of the story where conflicts are resolved.
Chronological Order
Events presented in the order they occur in time.
Non-linear Structure
A narrative structure that includes flashbacks or fragmented timelines.
Protagonist
The main character in a story, often the hero.
Antagonist
The character who opposes the protagonist, often the villain.
Character Development
The way in which characters change and evolve throughout the story.
Direct Characterisation
The narrator directly tells us about a character's traits.
Indirect Characterisation
Learning about a character through their actions, speech, and thoughts.
Round Characters
Complex, multi-faceted characters with depth.
Flat Characters
Simple characters with fewer traits, often with specific functions.
Dynamic Characters
Characters who undergo significant change during the story.
Setting
The time and place in which the story occurs.
Atmosphere/Mood
The feeling created by the setting.
Symbolic Setting
A setting that represents something else.
Themes
The underlying ideas or messages explored in the story.
Imagery
Language that appeals to the senses.
Figurative Language
Language that uses figures of speech to convey meaning.
Irony
A contrast between what is said and what is actually meant.
Narrator
The person telling the story.
First-Person Narrator
A narrator who is a character within the story.
Third-Person Omniscient
A narrator who knows the thoughts and feelings of all characters.
Genre
The type of story being told, defined by its conventions.
Epistolary Form
A narrative form that tells the story through letters.
Stream of Consciousness
A narrative style that mimics the flow of thoughts.
