What is the exposition in the princess and the pea?

In "The Princess and the Pea," the exposition is the beginning of the story where the characters, setting, and basic situation are introduced. This includes the prince looking for a true princess to marry, the stormy night where the princess arrives at the castle, and the test set up by the queen to determine the princess's sensitivity. The exposition sets the stage for the conflict and the rest of the story to unfold.