Which term describes the order of events in a story from beginning to end?

• A. Foreshadowing.
• B. Plot twist.
• C. Chronological order.
• D. Climax.

Answer: (C)

The order of events in a story from beginning to end is chronological order. This means telling what happens in the sequence in which those events occur in time, from the start through the middle to the conclusion. It provides a straightforward timeline that helps readers follow the exact progression of events as they unfold. While many stories experiment with non-linear timelines or devices like flashbacks, the term for the time-based sequencing from start to finish is chronological order. The other terms refer to different storytelling ideas: foreshadowing gives hints about what will happen later, a plot twist introduces an unexpected turn, and the climax is the story’s peak moment of tension, none of which describe the simple, linear progression of events.