tells the reader where and when the story takes place
setting
brief fictional prose narrative that is shorter than a novel and that usually deals with only a few characters.
short story
most exciting part of the story.
climax
what are the elements of plot
Exposition Rising Action Climax Falling Action Conclusion
All the actions that occur after the climax and before the conclusion of the story.
falling action
the problems that a character encounters in a story
conflict
how many elements of a short story?
5
central idea, message, or purpose in a short story.
theme
the meaning behind events and characters’ actions in a story.
theme
The conclusion of the plot or the ending
resolution
a person, or sometimes an animal, who takes part in the action of a short story or other literary work.
character
a series of events and character actions that relate to the central conflict.
plot
start or introduction of the story.
exposition
what is this
plot diagram
what are the 5 elements of a short story?
Characters Setting Conflict Theme Plot
All of the events that take place leading up to the climax.
rising action