140 likes | 160 Views
Identifying the Elements of A Plot Diagram. Objectives. The student will be able to: Identify and differentiate between the different parts of a story and where they belong on a plot diagram. Arrange a generic plot diagram so that it represents a given story,
E N D
Objectives • The student will be able to: • Identify and differentiate between the different parts of a story and where they belong on a plot diagram. • Arrange a generic plot diagram so that it represents a given story, • Prepare a plot diagram for a story he/she has read recently.
The Plot Diagram Climax Rising Action Falling Action Conflict Resolution Exposition
Plot (definition) • Plot is the organized pattern or sequence of events that make up a story. Every plot is made up of a series of incidents that are related to one another.
1. Exposition • This usually occurs at the beginning of a short story. Here the characters are introduced. We also learn about the setting of the story. Most importantly, we are introduced to the main conflict (main problem).
2. Rising Action • This part of the story begins to develop the conflict(s). A building of interest or suspense occurs.
3. Climax • This is the turning point of the story. Usually the main character comes face to face with a conflict. The main character will change in some way.
4. Falling Action • All loose ends of the plot are tied up. The conflict(s) and climax are taken care of.
5. Resolution • The story comes to a reasonable ending.
Putting It All Together 1. Exposition 2. Rising Action 3. Climax 4. Falling Action 5. Resolution Beginning of Story Middle of Story End of Story
Plot Diagrams as Outlines • I. Exposition • Who? Where? When? • II. Conflict • What is the problem? • III. Rising Action • Event 1 • Event 2 • Event 3 • IV. Climax • Where does the story turn? • V. Falling Action • Necessary explanation? • VI. Resolution • A sense of completion?
What is plot? What are 3 types of narrative order? What are the 6 elements of plot? What is the exposition? What is conflict? What is rising action? What is the climax? What is falling action? What is the resolution? Review/Assessment