Question

what characterizes the falling action of a story? a. introduction of characters b. building of tension c. initial conflict d. events after the climax what is the primary purpose of a plot in a story? a. to develop dialogue b. to establish the setting c. to create characters d. to give the story meaning what is the purpose of exposition? a. establish basic situation b. create climax c. end the story d. resolve conflicts

Explanation:

1. The falling - action of a story occurs after the climax and leads to the resolution, so it consists of events after the climax.
2. The plot of a story weaves together characters, settings, and events to give the story meaning.
3. Exposition is used to introduce the characters, setting, and basic situation at the beginning of a story.

Answer:

1. d. Events after the climax
2. d. To give the story meaning
3. a. Establish basic situation