Narrative Text

TUJUAN PEMBELAJARAN

1. Mengidentifikasi konteks, gagasan utama, informasi terperinci, makna
tersurat yang disajikan dalam bentuk teks narasi

2. Menguraikan gagasan secara sederhana yang disajikan dalam berbagai
bentuk teks kontektual/ teks narasi

3. Mendemonstrasikan komunikasi yang efektif dalam penyampaian
gagasan dan pendapat secara sederhana di berbagai diskusi, kolaborasi,
dan presentasi untuk berbagai tujuan.

4. Mengimplementasikan penggunaan kosakata dan tata bahasa
sederhana yang tepat dan sesuai saat menulis atau berbicara dalam
berbagai konteks

 Definition of narrative text

 Narrative text is a the type of text that tells a chronological story

in the past tense.

 The purpose and social function of a narrative text?

 The purpose of a narrative text is to tell a story or recount a series

of events in an engaging and entertaining way for the reader.

 Some narrative texts may also have didactic or instructive

purposes, such as teaching moral lessons or sharing information
about historical events or specific cultural traditions.

 And yes, narrative texts also have social functions, which include

entertaining, providing information, and of course, educating the
readers.

 Generic feature of narrative text

 1. Using past tenses

 Narrative texts often contain past tense because they typically

recount events or stories that have already occurred.

 Using the past tense helps to create a sense of time and

sequence, which enables the reader to follow the plot and
understand the progression of events.

 2. Using adverbial of time

 Narrative texts often use adverbials of time to provide a clear

structure and sense of progression to the story.

 These time expressions help the reader understand when events

are happening, how they are related to one another, and the
overall flow of the narrative.

 3. Using adjectives

 Adjectives are words that describe or modify nouns, or, put it simply,

adjectives are words that give more information about a noun such
as its color, shape, size, characteristics, etc.

 In narrative text, adjectives help create a more detailed and vivid

story.

 Example: “The brave knight entered the dark, mysterious forest,

ready to face any challenges that lay ahead.”

 4. Using noun phrases

 A noun phrase is a group of words that contains a noun along with

any accompanying modifiers, such as adjectives, adverbs, or other
nouns that provide more information about the main noun. Noun
phrases help create detailed and vivid descriptions in stories.

 In narrative texts, noun phrases can be used to give more detailed

descriptions, highlight certain parts of a character or setting, or
explain complicated ideas concisely.

 Example: “The bright morning sun cast a golden glow on the calm

waters of the lake, creating a breathtaking view.”

 Social Structure of narrative text

 1. Orientation

 Orientation sets the stage for the story.

 Ideally, the orientation should answer the questions

“who,” “where, and “when.”

 So, when reading the orientation part, we should be able to

identify the character and setting (both time and place) of the
story.

 2. Complication

 This section contains the problems that occur within a story. It is

divided into three parts, namely:

 Rising action: Problems begin to emerge

 Climax: Peak of the problem

 Falling action: The tension of the problem begins to decrease,

and the solution starts to emerge

 3. Resolution

 The resolution is the part of the narrative where the conflict or problem introduced earlier in the

story is resolved or addressed.

 This may involve characters finding a solution to their issues, overcoming obstacles, or

experiencing personal growth.

 The resolution helps tie up loose ends, providing closure for the reader and allowing them to see

how the events of the story have impacted the characters.

 4. Re-orientation / Evaluation

 Re-orientation, also known as evaluation, is an optional component of a narrative text that

serves to reflect on the story and its events, reinforcing the moral lesson or theme.

 This section typically appears at the end of the story, providing a summary or commentary on

the characters’ experiences and the consequences of their actions.

 It helps the reader understand the significance of the story and encourages them to consider

the message or lesson the author intended to convey.

 The points mentioned above are the basic components of a narrative text structure, but it is

important to note that not all narrative texts follow this exact structure.

 Some narratives may include additional elements, such as flashbacks, multiple perspectives, or

non-linear timelines. Nevertheless, the basic structure described above provides a useful
framework for understanding and analyzing narrative texts.

 Types of narrative texts:

 There are lots of different kinds of narrative texts, such as:

 Fictional narrative

 A fictional narrative is a story that is not based on real events or real people. It can

be a novel, short story, fable, or fairy tale.

 Autobiography

 An autobiography is a narrative text that tells the life story of the author, written

from a first-person perspective.

 Biography

 A biography is a narrative text that tells the life story of someone other than the

author, written from a third-person perspective.

 Memoir

 A memoir is a narrative text that focuses on a particular period or event in the

author’s life, often written from a first-person perspective.

 Legend

 A legend is kind of a folklore. It’s a traditional story that has been passed on for

generations – it often explains the origins of a particular culture or society.

 T H A N K Y O U