Questions and Answers
What is falling action?
The events after the climax which lead to the resolution.
What occurs during the resolution/denouncement?
The final closing of the story when all conflicts are resolved.
What does theme refer to in a story?
The meaning, moral, or message of the story.
What is conflict in the context of fiction?
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What does external conflict Man vs Man entail?
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What defines internal conflict Man vs Self?
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Study Notes
Falling Action
- Refers to events following the climax of a story that lead toward resolution.
Resolution/Denouncement
- Final part of the narrative where all conflicts and issues are resolved, providing closure to the storyline.
Theme
- Represents the underlying meaning, moral, or message of a story, often remembered through the acronym M&Ms (Meaning, Moral).
- To identify the theme, consider:
- Interpretation of the title.
- Significant phrases regarding concepts such as courage or freedom.
- Character development and lessons learned about life.
Conflict
- Central element of fiction that drives the plot.
- Two main types of conflict exist: Internal and External.
Internal Conflict: Man vs Self
- Refers to the struggle within a character, involving personal values and decisions.
- Examples include decisions regarding peer pressure or standing up against societal norms.
External Conflict: Man vs Man
- Involves a struggle between characters, which may be physical, social, or mental in nature.
- Illustrates tension and opposition between individuals within the narrative.
External Conflict Types
- Other forms of external conflict include:
- Man vs Nature (character against natural forces)
- Man vs Society (character against societal norms, laws, or beliefs)
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