Chapter 1 Plot

Audio Player

Plot structure is the order of events that happen in a story. It is like a map that shows how the story starts, builds up, reaches a big moment, and then winds down to an ending. Most stories follow a basic plot structure with five main parts:

1. Beginning – The beginning introduces us to the main character, the setting (where and when the story takes place), and sometimes the main problem or challenge.
2. Rising Action – In this part, things start getting more complicated. The main character faces challenges, and we learn more about the characters and the story. The tension or excitement in the story builds up.
3. Climax – The climax is the high point of the story. It’s usually the most exciting part, where the main character faces the biggest challenge or decision. This moment is often a turning point in the story.
4. Falling Action – After the climax, things start to wind down. The main character deals with the results of their actions, and we start to see how the story might end.
5. Resolution – This is the ending of the story. The problem is resolved, or the main character has learned something important. We see how things have changed since the beginning of the story.

Knowing the parts of a plot structure helps us understand how stories are built. It also helps us see the journey the characters take from beginning to end.

You have just read the beginning of The Way It Works. How many questions can you answer correctly about the plot so far?