| A | B |
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| fiction | These are stories that come from a writer’s imagination. |
| short stories | This is a type of fiction that usually is concerned with only one single idea and can be read at one sitting. |
| characters | These are the people, animals, and imaginary creatures in a story |
| exposition | This part of the plot gives the reader necessary background information. |
| conflict | A problem or struggle around which the plot is built |
| rising action | These are events that build the excitement of the story and develop its conflict. |
| plot | The sequence or series of events that make up the story |
| traits | Another name for the “qualities” of a character in the story |
| climax | This is part of the plot that is either the point of highest excitement or the turning point of the action. |
| novels | This is a type of fiction that is usually longer because it involves a more complicated plot. |
| falling action | Another name for this part of the plot is the resolution in which the conflict is resolved and loose ends are tied up. |
| main character | The action of the story centers around this type of character. |
| minor characters | This type of character interacts with the main character. |
| setting | The time and place of a story |
| theme | A message about life or human nature that the writer delivers to the reader |
