Exposition is a literary device that provides background information about a storys main characters and setting. It is the introduction or beginning of a story that reveals important background information, such as the time and place of the story, the characters, and their relationships. Exposition can be conveyed to the reader directly through narration or dialogue, or indirectly through clues in the characters environment.

Exposition can occur anywhere in a story, in a number of different ways. Here are some examples of exposition:

• Inner monologue
• Dialogue
• Flashback

Exposition is important in a story because it allows the reader to understand where the story is taking place and who the characters are. Without an idea of where and when the characters are, readers will be confused about why certain events are happening. Without a clear idea of how the characters are connected, readers may also be confused.

The exposition is like the introductory paragraph in an essay - readers need to know where the story takes place and what characters theyll be following. The best writers know how to provide background information in an unobtrusive and subtle manner. By using exposition in writing, writers can give their readers a wider view of the world theyre creating, give their characters new depth and new facets, and broaden their readers understanding of the story.