Questions and Answers
What is the exposition in a film?
What does rising action represent in a film?
Events that introduce the conflict and lead up to the climax.
What is the climax of a story?
The highest point of the conflict between the protagonist.
What occurs during the resolution?
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What does the temporal axis represent?
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What is closure in a story?
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Who is the protagonist?
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Who is the antagonist?
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Study Notes
Classical Paradigm Diagram Terms
- Exposition: Establishes characters, setting (time and place), and background information leading to the story’s current state.
- Rising Action: Series of events that introduce the conflict, building suspense and tension towards the climax.
- Climax: The peak moment of conflict, marking a turning point for the protagonist.
- Resolution: The conclusion where the conflict is resolved, determining the fate of the protagonist or antagonist, restoring normalcy.
- Temporal Axis: Represents the linear progression of time throughout the narrative, from beginning to end.
- Closure: A reflective summary that highlights the importance of the resolution and the conflict's outcome.
- Protagonist: The central character who drives the action and faces challenges throughout the story.
- Antagonist: The character who opposes the protagonist, creating conflict and resistance in the narrative.
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Explore key terms related to the classical paradigm in film analysis. This quiz covers crucial concepts such as exposition, rising action, climax, and resolution, providing a comprehensive understanding of narrative structure. Perfect for students delving into film studies.
