Plot diagram key terms

What is a plot diagram?

A visual representation of a story's structure, showing key events.

Define exposition.

The beginning of a story where characters and settings are introduced.

What happens during rising action?

Conflicts build as characters face challenges, leading to the climax.

Difference between climax and resolution.

Climax is the story's peak; resolution wraps up the plot.

Fill in the blank: The _____ is the turning point of the story.

Climax.

True or false: Falling action comes after the climax.

True, because it leads to the resolution.

What is the resolution?

The end of the story where conflicts are resolved and loose ends tied.

Question: What does exposition include?

Characters, setting, and the initial situation.

What is the conflict?

The main problem or struggle in the story that drives the plot.

True or false: The resolution introduces new characters.

False, because it focuses on tying up existing story threads.

What is falling action?

Events after the climax where tensions decrease and conflicts are resolved.