The Elements of a Story

This point of view does not reveal the thoughts of any characters.

During WWII, Anna has to go into hiding because she is Jewish.

The reader and Alice knew she cheated on the test, but her teacher was unaware.

Optimistic or pessimistic . . .

This point of view reveals the thoughts of more than one character.

Sam is worried about his grade.

This element of plot identifies the setting and introduces the characters.

Minor characters do not . . .

The antagonist . . .

This element of plot follows the climax.

This element of plot concludes the story.

When a story starts out during present time, but then flashes back to an earlier time period.

This element of plot is the high point of the story.

Ben was surprised when he was arrested.

Margie was angry, but quickly became happy.

The raven is a sign of evil.

A hurricane . . .

An author’s use of hints or clues to suggest events that will occur later in the story.

Joe said he was very interested, but he meant he was bored.

This point of view uses the pronoun "I".

This element of plot connects to the climax.

This element of plot is the problem of the story.

Be careful what you wish for.

Bill and Tom get into a fight.

This point of view reveals the thoughts of one main character, using "he" or "she".

This element of plot follows the conflict.

A main character must go through . . .

The protagonist is the