| Term | Definition |
|---|
| exposition | sets the tone or mood, introduces the characters and setting, and provides necessary background info. |
| inciting incident | event that introduces a central conflict (part of the exposition) |
| climax | the high point of interest or suspense in the plot where something decisive happens |
| falling action | the events that follow the climax |
| resolution | the point in which the central conflict is ended or resolved |
| denouement | any material that follows the resolution and ties up loose ends |
| theme | the authors message to the reader |
| point of view | the perspective from which the story is being told |
Combine with other sets
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