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- (in a book, film, play, etc.) the plot (= the series of events that happen in it)
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Aug 22, 2023 · In this video, you will learn what a plot is, why they are important, the six main parts of a plot, and a breakdown of each part to help you understand what a plot is. There is also an example of...
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Plot is a literary term used to describe the events that make up a story, or the m... This video focuses on the Plot, which is an important element of a story.
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Jan 17, 2016 · Find out in this short video lesson which covers the standard elements of plot (exposition, rising action, climax, falling action, conclusion) using a plot pyramid. This video compares plot to a...
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- Setting
- Characters
- Conflict
- Theme
- Plot
- Point of View
- Tone
- Style
The first of the story elements is the story setting. All stories have a setting. The setting includes the time and place in which the story will be taking place. There may be just one story setting, such as in a short story that only takes place in a single room of a house. Or, there may be many different settings spanning many locations and times...
The next of the elements of a story is the characters. Of course, characters are one of the most important elements of a novel or short story. The characters are the people (or sometimes animals!) who are featured in a story. The different characters in a story that you need to know about are: the protagonist, antagonist, static character, dynamic ...
Nobody wants to read a novel or short story without conflict – so you’ll find every story will have some sort of conflict. What would be the point? The conflict in a story is the main challenge to overcome. It compels the plot forward and is usually resolved during the plot’s climax. The main types of conflict you will come across in a story are: 1...
The next of the story elements is theme. The theme is the author’s central argument or big idea they want to convey. Themes are often associated with a ‘moral of a story’ or an analogy (a hidden meaning in the text). They attempt to convey a piece of wisdom or fundamental truth about human nature for us to think about. Even in a short story there w...
The next of the story elements is the plot line. The plot is the sequence of events that tell the story. Sometimes we call it the ‘narrative structure’. Another way to use the term ‘plot’ is to make a plan. For example, “There is a plot to rob a bank.” Plots usually follow a familiar structure. We tell children that plots have a ‘Beginning’, ‘Middl...
The next of the story elements is point of view. The point of view of a story has a big impact on how the story will be told. Point of view also influences how the audience will respond to it. There are three common points of view: first person, second person and third person. First person stories are told by the protagonist. You can tell a first p...
Authors choose a tone to act as the backdrop to a story. The tone often overlaps with the protagonist’s mood or circumstance. Tones include moods like: 1. Melancholy 2. Uplifting 3. Hopeful 4. Ominous 5. Intellectual Some examples of tones in books include: 1. Brave New World: Dystopian 2. The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy: Funny 3. Tuesdays wit...
Writing style is one of the most important elements of a story, but very personal to each author. We also tend to find authors whose styles we like and continue to read their works whenever they publish something new. A style is simply a way of speaking about our subjects. Below are a range of styles to consider: 1. Short sentences: I first came ac...
- Characters. Characters are the most familiar element in stories. Every story has at least one main character. Stories can also have multiple secondary characters, such as supporting characters and villain/s.
- Setting. Settings in stories refer to three things: Location, Time Period and Mood. The easiest element to understand is location. Location is the physical place/s the story takes part in mostly.
- Plot. The plot explains what a story is about from beginning to end. It can contain multiple scenes and events. In its simplest form, a plot has a beginning, middle and end.
- Conflict. A story is not a story without conflict. Conflict is also a key part of a story’s plot (see section above). The purpose of conflict in stories is to challenge your characters and push them to their limits.
Definition of Plot and Structure. The plot is the sequence of events that make up a story. The structure, also known as the narrative structure, is the overall layout of a story. Whilst plot and story are often used interchangeably, there are actually a number of differences between the two.
Story elements are the parts of a story that, together, build its plot. We start with exposition, where we meet characters and explore the setting. Then, we face a conflict. We follow the rising action as characters try to solve the problem. We reach the climax, the most exciting part.
