Use the sentences to answer the question. “Mark covered underneath the tree as he waited for the rain to stop. His brother was getting impatient and wanted Mike to hurry up.” In the example, which story element has the most influence over the other story elements?

setting
plot
theme
characters

In the example provided, the setting has the most influence over the other story elements. The fact that Mark is underneath a tree waiting for the rain to stop sets the stage for the events that follow, including his brother getting impatient. If the setting were different, such as if Mark were inside a building or in a different location, it would likely affect the plot and the characters' actions and reactions.