plot plot diagram. exposition setting ( time and place) characters are introduced
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Plot
Plot Diagram
Exposition
• Setting ( Time and Place)
• Characters are introduced
Rising Action
• Occurs as the story continues (Story Cont.)
• The central conflict unfolds as the plot becomes more complex and problems and complications arise
• Suspense builds as characters struggle to find solutions to the conflict.
Climax
• Is the turning point of the story
• The action reaches a peak, and the outcome of the conflict is decided.
• The climax usually results in a change in the characters or a solution to the problem
Falling Action, Resolution, Denouement
• Occurs at the conclusion of the story
• Loose ends are tied up
• The story ends
Motive
• Why did the author write the story?
• What does the author want the reader to learn?
• Character’s Motive– Why does the character act/say/behave the
way they do?
Empathy
• Understand and are able to relate to another person’s problems/issues
• You can see yourself in someone else’s shoes