Explain how the author arranges events to develop the basic idea; it is the sequence of events in a story or play.

Plot – How the author arranges events to develop the basic idea; it is the sequence of events in a story or play. The plot is a planned, logical series of events having a beginning, middle, and end. Write a sentence explaining the theme, in the long box at the top. The theme is the author’s message. (Common themes are “Love conquers all”, “Nothing good is easy”, “War involves sacrifice”)