Introduction, Rising Action, Climax, Falling Action, and Resolution or Denouement

Introduction The writer introduces characters, setting,

and problem or conflict.

Characters

Individuals around whom the story revolves.

Setting

The time, place, and circumstance in which the story occurs.

Rising Action – a series of events that develop the problem or conflict

Introduction

Climax

Resolution

Rising Action • An initial event gets the action rolling •Events develop the conflict and suspense builds

Conflict – a struggle between opposing forces.

• Character vs. him/herself

Internal

• Character(s) vs. character(s)

Interpersonal

• Character vs. nature/society

External

Internal conflict is an emotional struggle inside a character.

Interpersonal Conflict

A struggle with another character.

External Conflict

A struggle against the environment, nature or society.

Climax -It is the most suspenseful moment or the height of the action.

Introduction

Climax

Resolution

Climax – at this point, the characters will

succeed or fail in resolving the conflict.

Will he score the winning basket in the last game of the season? Will she die or save herself?

Falling Action – the action falls rapidly after the highest point of tension.

Introduction

Climax

Resolution

Falling Action

They win the game and everyone cheers! The story is almost over.

Resolution – follows the falling action. It ends the story.

Introduction

Climax

Resolution

Resolution

After the game is won, the high scorer wins the Most Valuable Player trophy. All loose ends are tied up.