1. Plot Diagram Notes
In red are the definitions of each part of the plot diagram.
Write them into the “Plot Diagram Notes” on your graphic organizer.

2. the beginning of the story; the situation before the action begins; the setting

3. Plot (things that happen in the story) and conflicts that lead up to the climax
the beginning of the story; the situation before the action begins

4. Plot (things that happen in the story) and conflicts that lead up to the climax
The main problem or struggle between two forces in a story
the beginning of the story; the situation before the action begins

5. the turning point; the most intense moment (action or emotion)
Plot (things that happen in the story) and conflicts that lead up to the climax
The main problem or struggle between two forces in a story
the beginning of the story; the situation before the action begins

6. the turning point; the most intense moment (action or emotion)
Plot (things that happen in the story) and conflicts that lead up to the climax
Actions that bring a conclusion; leave readers feeling satisfied
The main problem or struggle between two forces in a story
the beginning of the story; the situation before the action begins

7. the turning point; the most intense moment (action or emotion)
Plot (things that happen in the story) and conflicts that lead up to the climax
Actions that lead to a conclusion; leave readers feeling satisfied
The main problem or struggle between two forces in a story
A lesso nor message from a story
the beginning of the story; the situation before the action begins