Story Telling - Narrative Structure

•Exposition –  

the part of the story that sets the scene and introduces characters

•Complicating action – 

The part of the story where the lives of the characters are complicated in some way

•Climax (after the temporary resolution, the reappearingcomplication)– 

The point where suspense is highest and matters are most threatening

•Resolution – 

A solution for the complication is introduced – it may not be a happy one!