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Plot Structure

Plot Structure. Plot: literary element that describes the structure of a story. Shows the arrangement of events and actions. 5 parts: Exposition, Rising Action, Climax, Falling Action, Resolution. Plot Structure. Exposition.

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Plot Structure

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  1. Plot Structure • Plot: literary element that describes the structure of a story. Shows the arrangement of events and actions. • 5 parts: Exposition, Rising Action, Climax, Falling Action, Resolution

  2. Plot Structure

  3. Exposition • The introductory section of a play in which time, place, characters, and situation are presented.

  4. Rising Action • Series of events leading up to the climax; usually covers more than one act.

  5. Climax • Turning point; the highest point of action in the play. Change in the protagonist, who seems now to be following a downward path.

  6. Falling Action • Series of events following the climax; the conflict is the essence of the play. Most events go against the protagonist.

  7. Resolution/Catastrophe • Conclusion • For a Tragedy play—Resolution is Catastrophe: the complete downfall of the protagonist, either through death or some other devastating experience.

  8. Tragedies • Romeo and Juliet considered a Tragedy play • Tragedies end in Catastrophe • Include a tragic hero as protagonist • Noble and likable • Tragic flaw that brings them down in the end

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