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Understanding Plot
The plot of a story generally follows a specific structure and
includes these five elements:
Exposition:
What you need to know. Background information is presented,
main characters are introduced, and the conflict is established.
Rising Action:
The conflicts and challenges encountered by the characters.
How they respond keeps the story moving forward.
Climax:
The turning point in the conflict. Tension builds until the main
character must make a decision or take action that determines
the direction of the story.
Falling Action:
The events that occur after the main character makes the key
decision in the story.
Resolution:
The resolution is where all the questions are answered and
loose ends are tied, providing a clear ending.
A plot diagram illustrates where these elements fall in a
narrative.

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Understanding PlotThe plot of a story generally follows a specific.docx

  • 1. Understanding Plot The plot of a story generally follows a specific structure and includes these five elements: Exposition: What you need to know. Background information is presented, main characters are introduced, and the conflict is established. Rising Action: The conflicts and challenges encountered by the characters. How they respond keeps the story moving forward. Climax: The turning point in the conflict. Tension builds until the main character must make a decision or take action that determines the direction of the story. Falling Action: The events that occur after the main character makes the key decision in the story. Resolution: The resolution is where all the questions are answered and loose ends are tied, providing a clear ending. A plot diagram illustrates where these elements fall in a narrative.