📚 WALT: Identify and analyse the plot structure of Nine Days

Success Criteria:

• I can identify the main stages of the plot in Nine Days
• I can explain how key events move the story forward
• I can discuss how the plot structure influences my understanding of characters and themes

Part 1: Plot Structure Knowledge

A. Exposition     B. Rising Action     C. Climax     D. Falling Action     E. Resolution

The turning point or most exciting moment of the story

Events that happen after the climax, leading to the conclusion

The introduction of characters, setting and background information

The conclusion where conflicts are resolved

Events that build tension and lead to the climax

Part 2: Sequencing Plot Events

Family members arrive for the gathering

Kip's death occurs

Family stories and memories are shared

Tensions and conflicts emerge between family members

The family begins to process their grief

Characters are introduced and setting established

Part 3: Analysis and Reflection

Sentence starter: The event of _________________ is important because it causes _________________

Sentence starters:

• I believe the most important event is _________________ because _________________

• This event is significant because it shows _________________

• Without this event, the story would be different because _________________

Extension Task (Advanced Learners)