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Elements of A Plot. Plot (definition). Plot is the organized pattern or sequence of events that make up a story. The plot revolves around the conflict. Plot Diagram. 3. 4. 2. 1. 5. 1. Exposition. The beginning of the story where the following are introduced: The Main Characters
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Plot (definition) Plot is the organized pattern or sequence of events that make up a story. The plot revolves around the conflict.
Plot Diagram 3 4 2 1 5
1. Exposition • The beginning of the story where the following are introduced: • The Main Characters Protagonist: main character or hero Antagonist: another character which causes conflict for the protagonist. • The Setting ( Where and When the story takes place.) • 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 • The climax is the point of maximum interest. • It usually occurs toward the middle to end of a story. • The conflict does not develop further after the climax.
4. Falling Action • The characters attempt to solve the conflict.
5. Resolution • The conflict is solved. • 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
Theme Theme-the central idea, or insight, about life or human behavior that a story reveals. • If the character learns a valuable lesson, so will you. • Theme is what we can learn from a story. • Themes must be inferred. • Themes are about the BIG world. Examples: Three Little Pigs ( Hard work pays off ) The Ugly Duckling ( Appearances aren’t everything)