An example of a sensory detail is

Rattling thunder and lightening flashes

Why should we use descriptive words in our narrative essays?

They "paint a picture" for our readers

What is narrative writing?

Fictional story with a problem, events, and a solution

A paper done with research and facts

A true story written about another person

What is the second step in the writing process?

Deciding on the events, characters, and setting(s)

Why do we need to brainstorm before writing a narrative essay?

It helps us organize our thoughts and ideas before writing.

It is the last step before producing a final draft

Why is it important to use transition words/phrases in our narrative essays?

It helps make the sequence of events make sense/ go in order

We don't need to use transition words in a narrative essay

Select the word that correctly defines each story element. The characters of a story are..

the problem the characters face.

Select the word that correctly defines each story element. The plot of a story includes...

the five parts of a story- the events that take place.

The rising action of a story is

3 or 4 events that build suspense about the conflict.

the message the author shares with the reader.

Select the word that correctly defines each story element. The climax of the story is when

the conflict comes to a turning point and the characters must face the problem.

the way an author creates a character.

the description of the setting.

the words the characters say to each other.

Select the word that correctly defines each story element. The falling action is after...

the characters face the conflict.

the author describes the setting.

the character learns of a problem.

the narrator introduces the main character.

Select the word that correctly defines each story element. The theme of a story is

the message or moral the author presents.

the characters and their relationship.

Select the word that correctly defines each story element. The setting of a story introduces the...

place and time the story takes place.

Select the word that correctly defines each story element. The antagonist of a story is...

the person or thing causing the problem

Select the word that correctly defines each story element. The resolution of a story is when...

the characters have a different understanding because of their experience with the conflict.

the narrator is the main character.

What is the point of view that a personal narrative uses?

bird's eye view bird's eye view

A personal narrative should be written...

with text fearures by someone else

Narrative Writing

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

2 mins • 1 pt

What is a narrative?

A story

Poetry

A biography

A research project

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CCSS.RI.7.10

CCSS.RI.8.10

CCSS.RL.7.10

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RI.9-10.10

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

2 mins • 1 pt

_________________ means the time and place in which the events happen in a story.

Chronological order

Setting

Dialogue

Transition words

Tags

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.5.5

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

2 mins • 1 pt

When a main character's problem is resolved authors call that the _______________ of the story.

Beginning

Closure

Solution

Plot

Tags

CCSS.RL.2.10

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.4.4

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

2 mins • 1 pt

True or False. Descriptive words are important because they add detail to the story.

True

False

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

2 mins • 1 pt

Dialogue is

Action at the end of the story

The conversation between characters

Authors point of view

Chronological order

Tags

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.2.6

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

2 mins • 1 pt

What is the purpose of a narrative?

To give the reader information

To persuade readers

To tell a story

To describe characters

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.10

CCSS.RI.8.10

CCSS.RL.7.10

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RI.6.10

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

2 mins • 1 pt

True or False. It is a good idea to "hook" reader at the beginning of the story.

False

True

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CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

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Narrative Writing

What is a narrative?

_________________ means the time and place in which the events happen in a story.

When a main character's problem is resolved authors call that the _______________ of the story.

True or False. Descriptive words are important because they add detail to the story.

Dialogue is

What is the purpose of a narrative?

True or False. It is a good idea to "hook" reader at the beginning of the story.

An example of a sensory detail is

True or False. A narrative must have characters.

The person telling the story.

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