Narrative Elements

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What is the setting in a narrative?

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The setting is the time, place, and general environment in which the story occurs.

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What are the main types of conflict in narratives?

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The main types of conflict are Man vs. Man, Man vs. Himself, Man vs. Society, and Man vs. Nature.

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What is the difference between internal and external character traits?

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Internal character traits are the thoughts and feelings of a character, while external character traits are observable behaviors and appearances.

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What is the point of view in a narrative?

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The point of view is the perspective from which the story is told, such as first person, second person, or third person.

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Define 'protagonist'.

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The protagonist is the main character in a story, often facing a conflict that needs to be resolved.

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Define 'antagonist'.

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The antagonist is a character or force that opposes the protagonist, creating conflict.

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What is 'theme' in a narrative?

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The theme is the central idea or message that the story conveys.

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What is 'plot'?

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The plot is the sequence of events that make up a story, including the conflict, climax, and resolution.

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What does 'foreshadowing' mean?

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Foreshadowing is a literary device used to give an indication or hint of what is to come later in the story.

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What is 'characterization'?

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Characterization is the process by which the writer reveals the personality of a character.