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The 5 Key Elements of Plot
Module 5 Lesson 1
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English
12th Grade
03/06/2026

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Exposition
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The exposition is the beginning of the story where the reader gets the background information. This is where the author most likely introduces the main characters and the setting!
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Rising Action
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The rising action is the part of the story where events start building up leading to the main problem. Things begin to happen that create tension and complications for the characters.
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Conflict
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The conflict is the main problem or struggle in the story. This id the moment when the problem reaches its highest point and the characters have to face it directly. It’s normally the most intense/important moment.
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Falling Action
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The falling action happens after the main conflict. This is where the story starts calming down and the characters begin dealing with the results of what happened during the conflict.
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Resolution
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The resolution is the ending of the story. This is where the main problem is finally solved and the reader sees how everything turns out for the characters!
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