1. Elements of Plot Plot Exposition A sequence of events in a story.
Introductory information: characters, background, setting, time frame

2. Events that lead to the main turning point within the story
Events that lead to the main turning point within the story. Complications are the obstacles that “get in the way” of a character accomplishing his/her goal(s)
Rising action/
complication(s)

3. Climax/Climactic event
Falling action
The major turning point within a story. The point at which the story “changes direction”, mysteries are revealed, a goal is met, “the showdown”
The events that happen as direct result of the climax/climactic event

4. Resolution Denouement
The end.
Goal(s) is/are fulfilled.
Questions are answered.
Sense of “completeness”
***Can be open-ended.

5. A+ Climax Falling action Rising action Resolution/Denouement
Exposition A+