Plot Flashcards
1
Q
Five elements of fiction
A
Plot Point of view Characters Setting Theme
2
Q
Exposition
A
The introduction to the plot.
- characters are introduced
- setting is revealed
- mood or tone is established
3
Q
Rising action
A
Obstacles and complications happen
4
Q
Conflict
Five types
A
- person versus person
- person versus society
- person versus nature
- person versus self
- person versus technology
5
Q
Climax
A
Turning point and high point of interest and suspense in the plot.
6
Q
Falling action
A
Follows the climax
Results of main characters actions or decision
7
Q
Resolution
A
Conflict is resolved.
8
Q
Chronological order
A
In order in which they occurred
9
Q
Flashback
A
Stops the story and returns to the past
10
Q
Foreshadowing
A
Clues about what’s going to happen in the story
