We are learning to: identify these elements in the literature we read. Use these story elements in our own writing to craft more interesting narratives.

Exposition-the beginning of the story, normally where characters and setting are introduced. Rising Action-leads up to the climax/big moment. Builds suspense throughout the story. Climax/Big Moment – the high point of the book; usually reveals any plot points or details that may have previously been left out. Falling Action – shows the result of the climax – the effects on the characters, setting, and earlier events. Resolution – serves as the conclusion for the story.

Stop and Think! Think about the most recent book you have read. Write down the information you learned during the exposition part of the plot (main character(s) and setting, specifically). Write down a 2 sentence summary of rising action. What was the climax or “big moment?” How did the story end? Write a couple of sentences about the falling action and resolution. Share with your neighbor

Conflicts in stories can be internal or external. Internal conflicts are conflicts that happen within the character’s mind. External conflicts are conflicts that occur between a character and another character or external force.

Are when a character has mixed feelings or can’t make up his or her mind. There is no visible or tangible opposition.

Think about books you have read. Please list one example of each type of conflict in your notes. Include the title of the book in your notes.

1. Shackleton and his crew facing the bitter cold is an example of… A. Internal conflict B. External conflict

The Answer is B it is an external conflict. 2.Specifically what type of conflict is it? A. Person vs. person B. Person vs. self C. Person vs. nature

C or person vs. nature is correct. The weather is a natural element. Therefore the men battling the weather creates a person vs. nature conflict.

3. Shackleton and his desire to explore Antarctica and his battle to get back to that area of the world, even when he was in bad health is an example of what kind of conflict? A. Person vs. self B. Person vs. society C. Person vs. nature

A is the correct answer because the struggle is inside of Shackleton – he has an internal drive to explore Antarctica.

4. In Shipwreck at the Bottom of the World there is a mutiny planned. McNeish stands up to Shackleton and tells him he will not go any further when they are pulling the boats over land. What type of conflict is this? A. Person vs. self B. Person vs. society C. Person vs. person

C is the correct answer this is a person vs. person conflict. 5. Person vs. person conflicts are… A. Internal conflicts B. External conflicts

B is correct person vs. person conflicts are external.

Take out your silent reading book and read a page. Whose point of view is the story written from? Find an example to share