Written by the Fiveable Content Team โข Last updated September 2025
Verified for the 2026 exam
Verified for the 2026 examโขWritten by the Fiveable Content Team โข Last updated September 2025
Definition
Plot evolution refers to how a story unfolds over time. It encompasses all the events, conflicts, twists, and resolutions that occur throughout the narrative structure of a literary work.
Related terms
Exposition: Exposition introduces essential background information about characters, setting, and initial conflicts.
Rising Action: Rising action builds suspense and tension as the story progresses towards its climax.