Plot Diagram/Narrative Arc

Question 1

Exposition

Answer 1

The very first part of the plot. The beginning of a narrative is where the setting, characters, and basic situation are introduced.
Remember: Exposition = Expose, Think about what might a narrative expose.

Question 2

Complicating Incident

Answer 2

An important early event that signals the start of the action of a story and introduces the conflict.
Remember: A complication is a synonym for a problem or conflict.

Question 3

Rising Action

Answer 3

A series of events that builds interest or suspense in a narrative.
Remember: When something rises it is often because it’s building up or becoming greater.

Question 4

Climax

Answer 4

The point of highest action in a story; the turning point.
Remember: The shape of a narrative is similar to the shape of a mountain. The climax is the peak of the mountain.

Question 5

Falling Action

Answer 5

The conclusion of a story, which includes the resolution of the conflict
Remember: When something falls it becomes lower or decreases and at times, less intense.

Question 6

Resolution

Answer 6

The solution or working out of a literary conflict
Remember: Resolve means to solve a problem. Think about what might be resolved in a narrative.

Question 7

Central Idea

Answer 7

The overall main idea or message in an informational text
Remember that central means related to the center.