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Story Elements
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Setting | The where/when |
| Character | The who |
| Plot | The events that happen |
| Conflict | The challenge or problem that drives the action |
| Theme | The general idea of the story |
| Tone | Different techniques like word choices, grammar, rhythm, etc., that make up the general attitude of the story |
| Climax | The major turning point/event in the story |
| Resolution | Where the problems in solved and the story ends |
| Exposition | The introduction of characters |
| Rising action | The events that lead to the climax |
| Falling action | The events that show the resolving of conflict |