Across
- 3. The conflict is the primary problem that drives the plot of the story, often a main goal for the protagonist to achieve or overcome.
- 5. The exposition is the introduction to a story, including the primary characters' names, setting, mood, and time.
- 6. Action The rising action of the story is all of the events that lead to the eventual climax, including character development and events that create suspense.
Down
- 1. The resolution is not always happy, but it does complete the story. It can leave a reader with questions, answers, frustration, or satisfaction.
- 2. Action The falling action is everything that happens as a result of the climax, including wrapping-up of plot points, questions being answered, and character development.
- 4. The climax is the most exciting point of the story, and is a turning point for the plot or goals of the main character.