What is a plot diagram?(1 point)
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the outline a writer makes before they begin writing
the outline a writer makes before they begin writing
the five elements of plot that stories usually include
the five elements of plot that stories usually include
a device that helps understand a story’s theme
a device that helps understand a story’s theme
a device that helps visualize a story’s plot structure
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What is an inciting incident?(1 point)
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an event that serves as a turning point in the story
an event that serves as a turning point in the story
an event that serves as closure after falling action
an event that serves as closure after falling action
an event that introduces conflict during rising action
an event that introduces conflict during rising action
an event that introduces characters or setting
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An inciting incident is **an event that introduces conflict during rising action**. It is the moment that sets the main story in motion by presenting a challenge or conflict that the protagonist must face.
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What is a flashback?(1 point)
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a scene that interrupts the story’s chronological flow to tell events from the past
a scene that interrupts the story’s chronological flow to tell events from the past
a plot device where two or more stories are linked by a common character, event, setting, or theme
a plot device where two or more stories are linked by a common character, event, setting, or theme
a minor story told alongside the main story
a minor story told alongside the main story
a hint about future events in a story
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A flashback is **a scene that interrupts the story’s chronological flow to tell events from the past**. This narrative device provides background information or context to the current storyline.
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Why do authors introduce parallel plots?(1 point)
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to increase the length of a story
to increase the length of a story
to support a certain tone or mood
to support a certain tone or mood
to create mystery, tension, or surprise
to create mystery, tension, or surprise
to appeal to readers who enjoy different things
to appeal to readers who enjoy different things
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Authors introduce parallel plots **to create mystery, tension, or surprise**. By weaving together multiple storylines, authors can enhance the complexity of the narrative and keep readers engaged through unexpected connections and developments.
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Why do authors introduce subplots?(1 point)
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to appeal to readers who enjoy different things
to appeal to readers who enjoy different things
to support a certain tone or mood
to support a certain tone or mood
to increase the length of a story
to increase the length of a story
to create mystery, tension, or surprise
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