Question

When summarizing the _______ of a plot, one should notice the key ideas about how the conflict builds.

Answer 1

Answer: Middle

The middle of story is what ties the whole story together and makes it flow smoothly. Therefore, when summarizing it, one must notice the key ideas about the how the conflict builds.

Answer 2

When summarizing the middle of a plot, one should notice the key ideas about how the conflict builds.
The conflicts and their creation is what makes the gist, or the theme of a story.