Use the sentences to answer the question.
“The house was covered with a thick snow. As Joe continued walking toward the chimney smoke, he realized how quiet his surroundings were.”
In the example, which story element has the most influence over the other story elements?
(1 point)
theme
setting
characters
plot
1 answer
In the example, the setting has the most influence over the other story elements as it sets the tone and atmosphere for the plot and affects the characters' actions and emotions.