| A | B |
|---|
| setting | time and place in which the story takes place |
| resolution | the outcome of the story; the result of falling action |
| exposition | first part of plot; character placed in possibility of action |
| climax | highest emotional point or turning point of story |
| complications | what the characters must work through to reach resolution |
| external conflict | struggle between characters and other characters or forces |
| internal conflict | struggle or decision-making within a character |
| theme | universal message the author communicates through the story |
| short story | brief work of fiction meant to be read in one sitting |
| protagonist | main character of story |
| antagonist | opposing force or character to the main character |
