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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

Verified Answer :

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

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.