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term set (sept. 9)

Mr. Ingels term set given September 9th & elements of plot

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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.
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