Plot Elements

Introduction

Introduction

In this Webquest, we are going to learn the different elements of plot. Before we talk about plot specifically, there are a few terms you will need to understand:

                              Characters: The people, animals, or other things in the story
  Plot: The plans and events that make up the story. Remember a story always has a beginning,       middle, and end

  Theme: THE MEssage of the story

  Setting: Where and when the story takes place

  Events: Important things that happen during the story

  Problem: Something that is stopping the character or an issue the characters are facing

  Climax: Turning point in the story

  Solution: When the character solves or fixes the problem it is usually at the end of the story                                   

Now think about important "W" questions we ask in a story:

The characters explain who. The plot explains what. The setting explains when and where. The theme explains why.

Task

You and your group members will create a powerpoint explaining the elements of plot. These elements are:

  • Exposition
  • Rising Action
  • Climax
  • Falling Action
  • Resolution

You will use the information on the "Process" page to learn about Plot Elements.

Process

This video will help explain some of the elements of plot!

[video:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-mdXQwswQKk]

Write down the definition of each plot element on your worksheet.

Now, watch this video that uses Alladin as an example of plot elements.

[video:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ffAOkGg2Lr4]

Write down the examples the video gave from the movie for each part of the plot on your worksheet.

Click here to use an online tool to complete Activity 1.

This tool helps you practice the plot elements by putting them in order using "Cinderella" as an example.

How to Use a Plot Diagram

This video will explain how to use a plot diagram to identy plot elements in any story you read:

[video:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ncUcwA6SYFQ]

Answer Question 3 on your worksheet using the plot diagram video.

Three Little Pigs Plot Diagram

This diagram shows how the elements of plot apply to the 3 Little Pigs.

Choose a story you know (for example: a fairy tale, a disney story, or a book/movie you like) and create a plot diagram for that story.

Evaluation

Now your group will create a Powerpoint using the following guidelines:

  • Your group will choose a story to use as an example in your PowerPoint
  • Each group member should create a slide about one plot element (Five people in each group = one for each plot element)
  • Your slide should include:
  1. the definition of your plot element
  2. an example from the story your group chose
  3. your name
  • You should have at least 3 images on your powerpoint

Here is the rubric that will be used to eavaluate your presentation:

Conclusion

Congratulations! You completed your Webquest!

Now that you've reviewed Plot we will move on to "Character" tomorrow. Make sure you study for your Plot and Character Quiz on Friday!