Elements of a Short Story/Fiction

• the people, animal, or other creatures in the story

  Character
• Characterization


  How the characters are described
• Protagonist


  The main character of the story
• Antagonist


  The one who opposes the protagonist, the villain
• Static character


  Someone whose personality does not change over time
• Dynamic character


  A person who changes over time
• Setting


  The place where the story takes place, e.g. Park, Farm
• Theme


  The main idea, lesson and message, e.g. Love, Friendship, Family, Making a decision