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Identifying the Elements of Plot

Identifying the Elements of Plot. Plot Diagram. 3. 4. 2. 5. 1. What is a Plot?. A 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.

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Identifying the Elements of Plot

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  1. Identifying the Elements of Plot

  2. Plot Diagram 3 4 2 5 1

  3. What is a Plot? • A 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.

  4. 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 or at least given some indication of the main conflict or problem.

  5. 2. Rising Action • This part of the story begins to develop the conflict(s). A building of interest or suspense occurs.

  6. 3. Climax • This is the turning point of the story, the emotional high point. The main character comes face to face with the antagonist for the last time, usually. The main character will change in some way.

  7. 4. Falling Action • All loose ends of the plot are tied up, usually. The conflict(s) and climax are taken care of, although the author may sometimes leave you hanging. Sometimes the resolutions, however, must be inferred.

  8. 5. Resolution • The story comes to a reasonable ending. But, remember, sometimes not all of the conflicts are resolved and at others you must infer the resolution of the conflict and the story’s ending.

  9. Putting It All Together 1. Exposition 2. Rising Action 3. Climax 4. Falling Action 5. Resolution Beginning of the Story Middle of the Story End of the Story

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