Plot Structure
Introduction / Exposition Beginning of the story All needed background information is given setting characters back story basic conflict
Rising Action Conflict with antagonist becomes more complicated Secondary conflicts are introduced obstacles are put in front of protagonist
Climax usually the exciting part of the story “it” hits the fan Protagonist encounters change for better or for worse
Falling Action the aftermath of the climax conflict between protagonist and antagonist unravles
Resolution / conclusion conflicts resolved characters have a sense of normality Release of tension for characters
Plot Structure Climax Falling Action Rising Action Resolution Intro or Exposition