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AIR List #2
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Conflict | the driving force of a story; the struggle between opposing characters or forces |
| Synonym | one or more words with similar meanings |
| Climax | the turning point; shift in plot; story takes a new direction |
| Falling Action | conflict begins to be resolved; loose ends are tied up |
| Resolution | conflict is resolved, story draws to an ending |
| Antonym | a word opposite in meaning to another |
| Exposition | the beginning of a story; setting, characters and main conflict are introduced |
| Suspense | feeling of growing tension and excitement |
| Plot | the events of a story |
| Rising Action | the conflict builds; the longest portion of a story |