Literary Elements

the high intensity, turning point in the story, often where the protagonist and antagonist meet

perspective or position from which the story is being told (first person, second person etc)

the problem in a story that needs to be solved. (person vs. self, person vs. person, etc.)

The formula to begin a topic sentence is, "author + ______"

to hint at something that is about to happen or will happen later on in the story.

the central meaning, moral, or message in a story

the final result outcome of a story, usually toward the ending, where the problem is solved

using an author's language word for word

the plan, design, or sequence of events in a story

the main character in a story

an object used in the story with a suggested meaning other than the obvious

the time and place of a story; when and where the story takes place.

the main character's enemy, opponent or rival

using a description that appeals to the senses (sight, sound, smell, touch, taste)

the ability to understand and share feelings and emotions of another person