Narrative Writing Flashcard

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What are sensory details?

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Sensory details are descriptions that appeal to the senses (sight, sound, smell, taste, touch) to make writing more vivid and interesting.

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What is the role of the protagonist in a story?

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The protagonist is the main character in a story, often facing challenges and driving the plot forward; they are not usually the villain.

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What is third person omniscient Point of View?

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It is a narrative perspective where the narrator knows all the thoughts, actions, and feelings of all characters in the story.

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What is a historical narrative?

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A historical narrative is a story that describes real historical people and/or events, blending factual history with storytelling.

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What is the theme of a story?

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The theme is the central lesson or moral that the story conveys, often reflecting on human experiences.

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What are the five senses used in sensory details?

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The five senses are sight, sound, smell, taste, and touch.

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What is the difference between first person and third person point of view?

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First person uses 'I' or 'we' and is told from the narrator's perspective, while third person uses 'he', 'she', or 'they' and is told from an outside perspective.

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What is a character arc?

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A character arc is the transformation or inner journey of a character throughout the story, often involving growth or change.

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What is dialogue in narrative writing?

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Dialogue is the spoken exchange between characters in a story, used to reveal character traits and advance the plot.

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What is the setting of a story?

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The setting is the time and place in which the story occurs, providing context for the characters and events.