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Plot Diagram Definitions
5 definitions of all elements of a story's plot
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Intermediate
07/19/2024

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Exposition
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Helps introduce the main cast or characters of the story. Without this, no one will know who the characters are.
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Rising Action
Definition
The main problem of the story. Sometimes consists of multiple main events.
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Climax
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Usually the highest point of drama in the story. It mostly consists of a shocking discovery made by the character.
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Falling Action
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The end of all the drama and tension in the story usually ends with the main character winning and the main villain losing.
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Resolution
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It signifies the end of a story or tale and can have either a cliffhanger or a true ending. Most stories end with a true ending where the main character celebrates their victory.
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