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1 PLOT, EXPOSITION, CONFLICT, CLIMAX, RESOLUTION Understanding Plot

2 PLOT Plot = a series of related events moving from a problem to a solution.

3 EXPOSITION Exposition= presents the characters & the situation, including the conflict.

4 CONFLICT Conflict = the source of tension in a story, is the struggle between two opposing forces. Tension builds & leads to the…

5 CLIMAX Climax = turning point of the conflict.

6 COMPLICATIONS Complications = events that stand in the way (delay) the resolution of the conflict.

7 RESOLUTION Resolution = outcome; shows how the problems are worked out.

8 Contents of the Dead Man’s Pocket Author: Jack Finney Literary term: Plot Definition = a series of related events moving from a problem to a solution. Theme: Self-realization Pg. 17 in Literature book

9 Journal Entry #1 Ambition = a strong desire for advancement. Ambition motivates people to work hard, achieve goals, and improve themselves. Although ambition can lead to success, it can also cloud judgment. Think about your own ambitions. How have they led to success? Have they clouded your judgment at times? In what ways have you rearranged your priorities because of your ambitions.

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