Exposition
The introduction to the plot
Five elements of fiction
Rising action
When all the obstacles and complications happen
Conflict
Drives the plot
Climax
Turning point, or high point of interest and suspense in the plot.
Falling Action
Follows the climax
- The events include the results of the main characters action or decision.
Resolution
Where the conflict is resolved
Chronological order
Unfolds events in the order in which they occur
Flashback
Presents an event that occurred earlier or in the past
Foreshadowing
Clues to events that will occur in the future or later in the story