Dramatic Structure

1. Dramatic Structure Please print this slide show, follow the directions, and staple it to your reading response.

2. DRAMATIC • Turning point: Describe event STRUCTURE • Main conflict:Describe event • Conflict: External or internal • Character vs: Character Society Nature • Plot Development:Describe event leading toward resolution Plot Development/Level of Tension • Setting:Where, When, & Why • Main characters:Protagonist: Name, Method of Char. Antagonist: Name, Method of Char. • Basic plot: • Main conflict resolved: Describe event that resolves conflict in Rising Action • Protagonist’s role in resolution: Describe event Time Exposition Rising Action Climax Falling Action Resolution

3. Guidelines • All plot development events must be described in 10 words or less • Creatively format the chart just like it looks on previous slide • Provide all literary term headings • Do not use lined paper • Must be colorful (add graphics if you want) • See following examples for ideas

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6. Write a one sentence evaluation explaining how this reading response helped you comprehend the literary aspects of the plot and your ability to analyze and evaluate it. It doesn’t get any easier than this. Every heading, answer, and description is worth 3.3 points! If plot developments are more than ten words, no credit is earned. How to Grade a Dramatic Structure Chart Then, write one sentence stating what you’d do better or differently next time according to the criteria.

7. Printing Directions • On the tool bar, click on “File,” click on “Print.” • In the “Print” dialogue box, in the lower left corner under “Print What,” click on the drop down arrow and select “Handouts.” • Then, under “Color/Grayscale,” select the best on for your printer. • Next, under “Handouts,” click on “Slides per Page,” and choose “9.” • Lastly, click on “OK,” and the file will print. • Staple Directions to your assignment.