Narrative Elements

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What is the setting in a narrative?

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The setting refers to the time and place in which the story occurs, including the environment, location, and historical context.

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What are character traits?

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Character traits are the qualities or characteristics that define a character's personality, such as being brave, kind, or moody.

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What is dialogue in a narrative?

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Dialogue is the written conversation between two or more characters in a story, which helps to develop the plot and reveal character traits.

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What is the rising action in a narrative?

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The rising action is the series of events that lead up to the climax of the story, building tension and developing the conflict.

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What is the climax of a story?

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The climax is the most intense, exciting, or important point of the story, where the main conflict reaches its peak.

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What is falling action in a narrative?

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Falling action refers to the events that occur after the climax, leading towards the resolution of the story.

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What is resolution in a narrative?

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Resolution is the conclusion of the story, where conflicts are resolved, and the story comes to a close.

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What are internal character traits?

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Internal character traits are the thoughts, feelings, and motivations that drive a character's actions, often not visible to others.

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What are external character traits?

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External character traits are the observable behaviors and appearances of a character, such as their actions, speech, and physical characteristics.

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What is conflict in a narrative?

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Conflict is the struggle between opposing forces in a story, which drives the plot and creates tension.