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Plot

the sequence of events in a story

Plot Point

significant events that drive the story forward

Setting

the time and place in which the story takes place

Narrative Arc

the structure/story’s path that defines a story's beginning, middle, and end

Exposition

information provided to set up the story's background and context

Inciting Incident

the event that sets the story in motion

Rising Action

sequence of events that build tension and move the plot forward

Climax

the story's turning point and highest point of tension

Falling Action

events that follow the climax and lead to the resolution

Resolution/Denouement

the conclusion of the story, where loose ends are tied up. conflict is resolved

Person vs. Person

conflict between characters

Person vs. Nature

conflict between a character and the natural world

Person vs. Society

conflict between a character and societal norms or institutions

Person vs. Self

conflict within a character's own thoughts or emotions

Person vs. Technology

conflict between a character and technology

Person vs. Supernatural

conflict between a character and a supernatural being

Ar-

Plow, Dry

Archi-, Arche-

Ruler

Arist-

Excellent

Athl-

Prize

Audi-

Hear, Listen

Auto-

Self

Avi-

Bird

Bell-

War

Ben-

Good

Bi-

Two

Internal Conflict

conflict that occurs in own mind

Theme

message learnt at the end of the story / what is being said about the topic

Topic

subject that comes up in the story

How does conflict relate to theme in a story?

themes are almost always explored through conflict- the characters learn lessons through experiencing conflict

What is the purpose of characterization in a story?

to reveal the personality, traits, and motivations of the characters

Order of events

Exposition, Rising Action, Climax, Falling Action, Resolution