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.