A series of events in a story; what happens

a plot map; organizes the elements of plot

beginning of a story; introduces the characters, setting, and conflict

develops the conflict; builds tension

turning point; tension is highest; main character comes face to face with the conflict

loose ends are tied up; tension eases

end of a story; conflict is resolved

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Elements of Plot

Term	Definition
Plot	A series of events in a story; what happens
Freytag's Pyramid	a plot map; organizes the elements of plot
Exposition	beginning of a story; introduces the characters, setting, and conflict
Rising Action	develops the conflict; builds tension
Climax	turning point; tension is highest; main character comes face to face with the conflict
Falling Action	loose ends are tied up; tension eases
Resolution	end of a story; conflict is resolved