Descriptive and Narrative Writing Flashcard

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What are key elements to look for in a haunted house?

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Eerie atmosphere, creaking doors, flickering lights, cold drafts, ghostly apparitions, strange noises, and a sense of dread.

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How can the choice of words enhance descriptive and narrative writing?

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By painting a vivid picture, setting the mood, expressing emotions, and tickling the reader's senses.

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What type of scene creates nail-biting suspense through dialogue?

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A high-stakes negotiation scene between two powerful characters.

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How does plot structure impact a narrative?

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The plot structure is like a recipe, providing a framework for the story's events and stirring up tension, suspense, and resolution.

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What elements can dialogue include to create tension in a story?

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Conflict, suspense, and subtext.

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What is descriptive writing?

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Descriptive writing uses sensory details to create a vivid picture in the reader's mind.

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What is narrative writing?

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Narrative writing tells a story, often including characters, a plot, and a setting.

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What role does figurative language play in writing?

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Figurative language enhances writing by creating imagery and expressing complex ideas in relatable ways.

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What is the importance of setting in a narrative?

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Setting establishes the time and place of the story, influencing the mood and context.

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How can sensory details improve writing?

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Sensory details engage the reader's senses, making the writing more immersive and relatable.