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Internal vs. external conflict
Interval: person vs. self. External: person vs. person or person vs. nature.
The four points of view
First person, third person, limited POV and objective POV
The universal truth which applies to most of the characters and to us, the readers. It is not a summary of the plot, but a generalization that reveals some insight or perspective about life and human nature.
The theme
An object, person, situation, action or event that has a literal meaning in the story, but also represents something else.
Symbol
Round character vs. flat character
Round characters exhibit a complex network of personality traits, while flat characters only have a single dominant personality trait
Dynamic vs. static character
Dynamic characters change through the story, while static characters do not.
What is the antagonist?
The person or force that opposes the protagonist.
What is the protagonist?
The main character.
The three types of conflict (person vs. ____)
Person, Nature, and Self
The emotions that the reader feels while reading the story. It is created through the use of imagery, diction (word choice) and dialogue.
Mood
Explains any loose ends of the plot.
Resolution
Highest interest point in the story.
The Climax
Rising Action
Series of events or problems that lead to the climax.
The first event that starts the conflict.
Inciting Incident.
The Setting.
The time and place of the story.
The series of events that make up a story.
The plot.
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