Narrative Writing Opening Flashcard

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How does 'Frog' begin?

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With a scene between Bree and her parents.

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Opening statement in 'Frog'

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I could tell from the line between my mom's eyes that something was up.

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How could 'Frog' start with a summary?

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By summarizing Bree's history of not getting to stay home alone.

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Alternative opening style for 'Frog'?

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A flashback

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Best action to find a story's opening?

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Look at other stories and see how authors start them.

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Recommended way to explore opening choices?

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Look at other stories and see how authors start them.

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Suggested action if opening lines are in your story?

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Move them to the top