The Essentials of Narrative Writing Flashcard

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Primary purpose of narrative writing?

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To entertain or tell a story.

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Element NOT essential to narrative writing:

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Thesis statement

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Point of view in narrative writing refers to:

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The perspective from which the story is told.

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Example of a narrative hook:

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A rhetorical question that piques curiosity.

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Climax in narrative writing

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The most intense, exciting, or important point of the story.

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Role of dialogue in a narrative?

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Reveals characters' thoughts and feelings.

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Narrative setting's influence on the story.

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Shapes characters' personalities and actions.

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Significance of a narrative's resolution?

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Offers a conclusion and ties up loose ends.

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Dynamic character:

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Undergoes significant internal change.

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Purpose of conflict in a narrative?

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Drives the plot and challenges characters.