Plot Structure — parts?
Exposition, rising action, climax, falling action, denouement.
Villain role — function?
Creates conflict by opposing the protagonist.
Victim role — key trait?
Innocence and undeserved suffering.
Narrative Conflict — core?
Central problem faced by characters.
Story Resolution — purpose?
Provides closure and resolves conflict.
Antagonist — role?
Opposes protagonist, drives tension.
Victim — emotional impact?
Elicits audience sympathy and moral concern.
Conflict escalation — mechanism?
Increasing obstacles and stakes.
Climax — significance?
Peak story moment, turning point.
Denouement — function?
Wraps up plot, offers closure.
Answer 5 questions on Mastering Story Structure and Conflict.
1. What does plot structure refer to in storytelling?
2. Which theorist is best known for analyzing the role of the villain and other character functions in narratives?
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