What is the difference between play and plot?

[Juiceful1978]

English Grammar Tests, Elementary Level

ESL/EFL Test #108 "Postcard: Writer", question 3

Many people have not followed the ......... of the story.

(a) plot
(b) play
(c) plan

English Grammar Tests, Elementary Level

ESL/EFL Test #108 "Postcard: Writer", answer 3

Many people have not followed the plot of the story.

Correct answer: (a) plot

Your answer was: incorrect
Many people have not followed the play of the story.
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why can use play?

[Torsten]

Hi Juiceful,

The word "plot" describes the main idea or theme of a story or book. The phrase 'play of the story' does not exist. Let me know if this helps.
Regards,
Torsten
PS: Your question should read "Why can't I use play"?
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[Myfrndzz]

ya it is helpful but if you can give some more stuff it wud become more understandable