Plot Elements

The exploding part of the story; the turning point of the story.

The main character's problem is revealed through a series of events, making the story more complicated.

The introduction of the story, where characters and setting are established.

The events that follow the climax and lead to the resolution.

The conclusion of the story; the ending.

The structure or organization of events that create a fictional text.

Exposition, rising action, climax, falling action, and resolution.

The time and place where the story occurs.

The main character in a story, often facing a conflict.

A character or force that opposes the protagonist.