Plot development refers to how events unfold in a story and how they contribute to its overall structure. It includes elements such as exposition, rising action, climax, falling action, and resolution.
Related terms
Exposition: The beginning part of a story that introduces characters, setting, and background information.
Rising Action: Events that build suspense and lead up to the climax.
Falling Action: Events that occur after the climax which begin to wrap up loose ends.