The document defines the elements of a basic plot diagram and story structure. It explains that a plot consists of an exposition where characters and setting are introduced, rising action where the main conflict develops, a climax turning point, falling action where loose ends are tied up, and a resolution where the problem is solved. It also defines key literary elements like point of view, relationships, and conflicts that comprise a story.

1. Identifying the Elements of A Plot Diagram

2. CHAMPS C: Level 0 H: Raise you hands A: Pay attention real good M: Stay in your seat. P: Participation should be 100%

3. Plot Diagram 2 rising action 1 exposition 3 climax 4 falling action 5.resolution

4. Plot (definition) Plot is the organized pattern or sequence of events that make up a story. Every plot is made up of a series of incidents that are related to one another.

5. 1. Exposition This usually occurs at the beginning of a short story. Here the characters are introduced. We also learn about the setting of the story. Most importantly, we are introduced to the main conflict (main problem).

6. 2. Rising Action This part of the story begins to develop the conflict's). A building of interest or suspense occurs. This is where the problem is introduced.

7. 3. Climax It is at the top of the plot diagram. It is the turning point of the story when the characters start changing, and the problem is starting to be solved.

8. 4. Falling Action All loose ends of the plot are tied up. The conflict(s) and climax are taken care of. When the problem is about to be solved.

9. 5. Resolution The story comes to a reasonable ending. Is when the problem is solved.

10. Putting It All Together 1. Exposition 2. Rising Action 3. Climax 4. Falling Action 5. Resolution Beginning of Story Middle of Story End of Story

11. Changes The characters changes his/her attitude, motives, and relationships when they start to find solutions to their problem.

12. Point of view Point of view is the person that is the main character. For example, when the narrator is saying the story, you will see “I” a lot. The second person is who name mostly come out.

13. Relationships The relationships are the way that the main character interact with other characters in the story. For example, What kind of relationship does Mateo have with his farther.

14. Conflicts Conflicts is the problem that the main character is having. For example, what problem does Jesse face in the story.

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