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term set (sept. 9)
Mr. Ingels term set given September 9th & elements of plot
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| round character | a lifelike figure where you have a deep understanding of who they are, virtues and flaws, often a main character. |
| flat character | an uncomplicated figure, often a side character, known for one major trait that they have. |
| static character | someone who doesn't go through major changes (stays the same). |
| dynamic character | someone who undergoes major changes (personality, values, etc.) throughout a story. |
| mood | the overall feeling a story can make the reader feel. |
| internal conflict | a psychological struggle (a mental battle) |
| external conflict | a struggle between a character and some other outside factor. |
| foreshadowing | when the author give hints to something that will happen later in the story. |
| staccato | short and separated sentences. |
| chateau | a luxurious house, usually belonging to nobility, and symbolizes wealth. |
| plot | the organized pattern of events that make up a story. Every plot is made up of a series of incidents that are related to one another. |
| 1. exposition | usually at the beginning, introduced to characters and main setting. introduced to main problem |
| 2. conflict | main problem, can be internal to a character or the result of external forces that impact a character |
| 3. rising action | begins to develop the conflict, a building of interest or suspense occurs. |
| 4. climax | turning point of the story, usually the main character comes face to face with a conflict, main character will change in some way. |
| 5. falling action | all loose ends of the plot are tied up, the conflict(s) and climax are taken care of. |
| 6. resolution | the story comes to a reasonable ending. |