The part of the plot that tells how the story begins is called the exposition.

In most stories, the exposition:

  • Introduces the main characters.
  • Presents the setting (time and place).
  • Gives necessary background information to understand the events.
  • Often hints at or sets up the main conflict.

So, if your options include “exposition,” that is the correct answer to “which of the following is the part of the plot that tells how the story begins?”.

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