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| symbol | anything that stands for or represents something else in literature. |
| plot | the sequence of events that makes up a story; requires both characters and conflict. |
| conflict | the main problem, struggle or obstacle that the protagonist must overcome. |
| exposition | just introduces the main characters and setting. |
| inciting incident | introduces the central conflict. |
| rising action | events occurring before the climax. |
| climax | the highest point of interest or suspense in a story. |
| falling action | events that take place after the climax. |
| resolution | the solution to the conflict. |
| denouement | ties up any loose ends in a story. |
