Plot Elements: Exposition to Resolution
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Objective
I can identify the exposition, rising action, climax, and resolution in a plot.
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Key concepts
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The five elements of a story are exposition, rising action, climax, falling action, and resolution.
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The exposition introduces the characters and setting, while the conflict introduces the main problem.
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The climax is the most exciting part of the story, and the resolution is where the loose ends are tied up.
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Practice
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Which part of the story introduces the characters and setting?
In which part of the story does the conflict reach its highest point?
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“Think of a movie or book you know well. Describe the story's exposition, rising action, climax, and resolution.”
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