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Plot. Conflict. Theme.

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Plot

An ordered, organized sequence of events and actions. Plot and story (Russian formalists: sjuzet and fabula) Order (chronology): flashbacks, flash-forward's, ellipses) Duration frequency

Conflict

An obstacle generated by at least two antagonist forces Types:

Individiual(s) against:
natural forces supernatural forces Him/herself society

Theme

A set of issues, related to an umbrella domain of human life An overarching theme can further be divided into subthemes

E.g. a love theme into a Cinderella theme/story

Message

An author's position towards the issue(s) or theme(s) Covert or overt

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