PLOT Student Notes

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Plot (definition) Plot sequence of events that make up a story. Every plot is made up of a series of incidents that are related to one another.

Exposition (also called introduction/beginning) We are introduced to the main characters, setting, and conflict/problem.

2. Rising Action The conflict(s) become more complex. The author adds interest or builds suspense. We see the characters’ true personalities.

3. Climax This is the turning point of the story. Usually the main character comes face to face with a conflict. The event that solves the main problem.

4. Falling Action All loose ends (smaller problems or side stories) of the plot are tied up.

5. Resolution The story comes to a reasonable ending. The “happily ever after” moment Often times the character will reflect back on events from the story or look to the future