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Character

A person or animal who takes part in the action of a short story or other literary work.

Characterization

The process authors use to develop characters and create images of them for the audience.

Physical Appearance

Describes the character's physical traits, such as height, body type, and clothing.

Action/Attitude/Behavior

What a character does and how they behave, revealing whether they are good, bad, helpful, or selfish.

Inner Thoughts

Reveals the character's thoughts, which helps to understand their personality and feelings.

Reactions

The effect a character has on others, including how other characters feel about them.

Speech

What the character says, offering insight into their personality and demeanor.

Setting

The time and place of the story, including the environment and cultural background.

Plot

The sequence of events that make up a story.

Exposition

The beginning of the story where characters, setting, and main conflict are introduced.

Rising Action

The events leading up to the main conflict, complicating the story.

Climax

The peak of the story where a major event occurs and the main character faces a significant challenge.

Falling Action

The part of the story that slows down and begins tying up loose ends.

Resolution

The concluding section of the story, resolving remaining issues.