Story Elements

A flashback is an interruption in the normal sequence of events in a story to tell about something that happened in the past.

A character is a person (or animal) that plays a role in the story.

Suspense is a feeling of excitement or anxious uncertainty about what will happen next.

The climax is the most exciting, 'highest' point of the story.

A dynamic character is one that changes by the end of the story.

Foreshadowing is a literary device used to give an indication or hint of what is to come later in the story.

The exposition is the part of the story that introduces the characters, setting, and basic situation.

The resolution is the part of the story where the conflict is resolved and the story comes to a close.

An antagonist is a character or force in conflict with the main character, often creating obstacles.

A protagonist is the main character in a story, often facing challenges and undergoing change.