Plot

Question 1

Exposition

Answer 1

An introduction to the main characters, the main setting, and the situation in our story.

Question 2

Initial incident

Answer 2

The first major action in the story.
This is the beginning of the avalanche.
This sets the story in motion.

Question 3

Rising action

Answer 3

The events and complications that happen in our story start to develop. The characters need something to happen to them.

Question 4

Climax

Answer 4

The turning point in our story. When the conflicts come to a resolution.

Question 5

Falling action

Answer 5

All things that contributed to the climax, will start to resolve. This is where non-necessary characters start to leave, and we might even hear about how the story will end.

Question 6

Resolution

Answer 6

All loose ends are tied up. No questions remain, and the big idea and the book is over. Things become clear and obvious here.