Narrative Writing Flashcard

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Why is it important to use narrative/descriptive writing strategies?

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They help to keep the reader engaged in your writing and are creative ways to describe important characters, settings, and events.

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When the narrator uses the pronouns, 'she', 'he', and 'them', the story is written in...

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third person point of view.

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What is the purpose of sensory details in writing?

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The purpose is to make writing more detailed and interesting.

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What takes place after the climax that prepares the story for its resolution?

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falling action.

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What does the word 'scrutinizing' mean in the context of the story?

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to examine carefully.

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What is narrative writing?

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A form of writing that tells a story, often including characters, a setting, and a plot.

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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', while third-person uses 'he', 'she', or 'they'.

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What are sensory details?

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Descriptions that appeal to the five senses: sight, sound, smell, taste, and touch.

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What is the climax of a story?

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The most intense, exciting, or important point of the story.

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What is falling action in a narrative?

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The events that follow the climax and lead to the resolution.