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Understanding Fiction Writing Elements and Plot Development

Learn about the essential elements of fiction writing such as plot, character, setting, and theme. Understand the differences between short stories and novels, including the concept of conflict and the five stages of plot development.

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Understanding Fiction Writing Elements and Plot Development

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  1. Fiction Notes Head your paper Fiction Notes # 14 in TOC

  2. Fiction Elements • Fiction is writing that comes from a writer’s imagination. • Both novels and short stories contain four main elements: 1. Plot 2. Character 3. Setting 4. Theme

  3. Short Stories & Novels • Short Story - usually revolves around a single idea - is short enough to be read at one sitting • Novel - a longer piece of work - involves a more complicated plot

  4. A plot is built around a CONFLICT • Conflict- a problem or struggle involving two or more opposing forces • Internal Conflict- Conflict within yourself • Man vs. Self (draw a picture of man vs. self) • External Conflict- Conflict with someone or something else • Man vs. Man (draw a picture of man vs. man) • Man vs. Nature (draw a picture of man vs. nature) • Man vs. Technology (draw a picture of man vs. technology)

  5. Five Stages of Plot Development #1: Exposition -Sets the stage for a story, characters are introduced, and the setting is described #2: Rising Action - The plot thickens as the conflict begins to unfold. Complications are introduced and suspense builds.

  6. #3: Climax - The point of greatest interest or suspense in the story. It is the TURNING POINT when the action reaches its peak and the outcome is decided. -Usually results in a change in the characters.

  7. #4: Falling Action - Occurs after the climax while a resolution is being solved. #5: Resolution (Dénouement) - The conflict is resolved, all the loose ends are tied up, and we know what happens to the characters.

  8. Climax Falling Action Rising Action Resolution Exposition

  9. Ticket Out the Door!! • On your “Ticket out the Door,” write: a. your name b. the five stages of plot development c. define three of the stages Then put it in the basket on your way out.

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