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Fiction Stories that come from a writer’s
imagination are called fiction. 2 forms of fiction
short storiesUsually revolves around a single idea
Is short enough to be read at one sitting
novelsInvolves a more complicated plotIs a longer work
FictionBoth contain the elements of: plot, character, setting, and theme
Purpose of fiction is to entertain, but can provider a reader with a deeper understanding of life
PlotThe sequence of events in a story. It is usually built around a central conflict. A problem or struggle between opposing forces(Exposition, Conflict, Rising Action, Climax, Falling Action, Resolution, Theme)
Exposition/Setting
Sets the stage for the story. Characters are introduced and the setting is described
CharacterAre the people, animals, or imaginary creatures who take part in the action.Characters are defined by their traits, or more permanent qualities in their personalities
Characters are revealed by their motives, or the reasons they act the way they do
Rising ActionEvents in the story that create suspense and lead toward the climax of the story1. How is the conflict revealed in
the story?2. What is the conflict?3. What events develop the
conflict?4. How do the characters react to
the conflict through action and dialogue?
Falling ActionAdditional events that happen after the climax “wrapping-up” the story and leading to the resolution.
ThemeThe central or dominating idea or message of the story.What was the author trying to say to the reader?
What is the point of the story?
Point of ViewPerspective from which the story is told First-person: narrator is a character in
the story; uses “I”, “we”, etc. Third-person: narrator outside the
story: uses “he”, “she”, “they” Third-person limited: narrator tells
only what one character perceives Third-person omniscient: narrator can
see into the minds of all characters
ForeshadowingImportant hints that an author drops to prepare the reader for what is to come and help the reader anticipate the outcome.
ToneThe tone of a piece of literature is the speaker's or narrator's attitude towards the subject, rather than what the reader feels, as in mood. Mood is the general feeling or atmosphere that a piece of writing creates within the reader.
SubplotIn fiction, a subplot is a secondary strand of the plot that is a supporting side story for any story or the main plot.
Foil A character that shows qualities that
are in contrast with the qualities of another character with the objective to highlight the traits of the other character.
The term foil, though generally being applied for a contrasting character, may also be used for any comparison that is drawn to portray a difference between two things
PurposeIs the reason an author decides to write about a specific topic. Then, once a topic is selected, the author must decide whether his purpose for writing is to inform, persuade, entertain, or explain his ideas to the reader.
ImageryIncludes the "mental pictures" that readers experience with a passage of literature. It signifies all the sensory perceptions referred to in a poem, whether by literal description, allusion, simile, or metaphor.
Dynamic Character
A character that undergoes significant change, growth or development over the course of a story.
Dynamic CharacterThe change must be
discernible to the reader
The character can’t just say they are going to change
I swear I’ve
learned my lesson! I’ll never do that again!
Qualities of a Dynamic Character:
Strong Emotions Personal Crisis Gain in Understanding Turning Point
or Takes a Crucial Action Makes an Important Decision
Static Character Does not change or develop
much over the course of the story
More often a minor character
Static or Dynamic Character?
Maggie SimpsonHow old is Maggie Simpson? Why? Whatever age you think she is, you need to explain how it is possible and why you think so. Is she a static or dynamic character?