Fiction Terms

The problem in the story that drives the plot forward.

Writing or speech that is not meant to be taken literally, including similes, metaphors, and imagery.

The time and place in which a story occurs.

The reason or reasons a character has for acting or behaving in a particular way.

The central message or lesson that readers can apply to life.

The person or character who tells the story.

The perspective from which the story is told, such as first person or third person.

The sequence of events that make up a story, including the conflict and resolution.

A quality or characteristic of a character that influences their actions and decisions.

Descriptive language that appeals to the senses and creates a mental picture.