Question

What are the purposes of exposition in a story? Check all that apply.
to introduce key characters
to resolve the conflict
to further complicate the conflict
to present the central conflict
to cause doubt
to establish the setting

Answer 1

To introduce key characters
To present the central conflict
To establish the setting

Answer 2

Answer: A) To introduce key characters , D) To present the central conflict  and F) To establish the setting.

Explanation: Exposition is the first part of the plot sequence in a story. It is the description or explanation of background information within a work of literature. It can include description of characters, and their relationship with each other, the setting of the story, the historical context, and the introduction to the conflict or problem. So the correct answers are the corresponding to options A, D and F.