Plot Structure Practice - Stacey Pandit | Library

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Match the terms with their purpose in a story.

Draggable item		Corresponding Item
Rising Action		Introduces the characters, setting, and main conflict.
Conflict		Creates suspense.
Foreshadowing		Shows the main character changing; often reveals the theme.
Falling Action		Wraps up the story. Leads to the end.
Exposition		Resolves the conflict.
Flashback		Reveals something that happened before the story.
Resolution		Reveals something that will happen after the story.
Flashforward		Tells a hint about something that will happen later in the story.
Climax		Drives the plot of the story. Often will reveal the theme.

Watch the video.  As you watch, think about:  When do the elements of the plot structure happen?  What is the conflict and how is it resolved? 

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The meteor hits the ocean.
Item 2
The meteor realizes that he is falling.
Item 1

A meteor is falling to Earth.
The meteor sees the ocean. At first he is terrified. Then he decides he cannot stop it so he should enjoy the fall.
The meteor flies and plays in the air as he is falling.