Six Parts of a Story Structure1. Exposition (Beginning)Meaning: Introduces the main characters, setting (time and place), and situation.Example: Maria is a shy Grade 10 student who just transferred to a new school in Manila.2. Inciting IncidentMeaning: The event that starts the main conflict or problem.Example: On her first day, Maria is accidentally blamed for cheating on an exam.3. Rising ActionMeaning: Series of events that make the conflict worse or more complicated.Example: Maria tries to explain her side, but her classmates avoid her. She starts investigating who really cheated.4. Climax (Middle / Turning Point)Meaning: The most intense or emotional part of the story; usually a big decision or discovery.Example: Maria finds proof that it was her seatmate who cheated and bravely presents it to the teacher.5. Falling ActionMeaning: Events that happen after the climax that lead to solving the problem.Example: The teacher clears Maria’s name. Her classmates apologize and accept her.6. Resolution (Ending)Meaning: The ending where the conflict is fully resolved. Shows what happens after.Example: Maria finally feels welcome in her new school and makes new friends.B. IDENTIFYING CONFLICTS AND TYPESTao laban sa Tao – (Person vs. Person)Tao laban sa Sarili – (Person vs. Self)Tao laban sa Kalikasan – (Person vs. Nature)Tao laban sa Lipunan – (Person vs. Society)