1. Plot Structure
Unit 1

2. Plot Structure

3. Plot Structure Introduction -Occurs at the beginning of the story
-Introduces character, setting, time period, etc.
Introduction:

4. Plot Structure Rising Action:
-Several events that lead up to the Climax.
-Helps build suspense
Rising Action:

5. Plot Structure Conflict:
-Occurs in both the introduction and the rising action

6. Plot Structure 5 Types of Conflict: a. Character Vs Character
b. Character Vs. Nature
c. Character Vs. Self
d. Character Vs. Society
e. Character Vs. Supernatural

7. Plot Structure Climax: The highest point of action
Usually the most exciting part!
Can be a turning point in the story
Climax

8. Plot Structure Falling Action: After the climax
Leads to the resolution
The conflict begins to be resolved
Falling Action:

9. Plot Structure Resolution/Conclusion: -The conflict is resolved
-Loose ends are tied up!
Resolution/ Conclusion

10. Plot Structure Why make a plot Graph?
-It helps you to utilize your reading strategies.
-It will help you to create an accurate summary later on!
-It will help you to synthesize your ideas!