Dramatic Structure: Exposition, Rising Action, Climax, Falling Action, Resolution.

Resolution (aka Denoument)

The end of the story. Conflicts resolved. Loose ends tied up. A sense of conclusion and release of tension and anxiety. If it is a comedy -the main character is better off. If it is a tragedy - the main character is worse off.

Exposition (aka Introduction)

The portion of a story that introduces important background information to the audience; for example, information about the setting, events occurring before the main plot, characters' back stories, etc.

Rising Action

The series of related events and actions that move the story toward the point of greatest interest.

Climax

The turning point in the story which changes the main character's fate.

Falling Action

The conflict unravels with the main character either winning or losing.