Narrative Elements

Which is a synonym for narrative?

• a story

• an essay

• a poem

• an article

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This diagram represents the beginning, middle, and ending of a story. These are known as the ______________ in a narrative?

• theme

• setting

• characterization

• plot events

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We get to know the main characters through the author's descriptions. Characterization techniques include: (check all that apply).

• appearance

• thoughts and spoken words (dialogue)

• actions

• setting

• other character reactions to him/her

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What is narrative omniscience?

• A part of the story arc

• The degree to which the narrator knows and conveys a character's thoughts, feelings, or internal emotions and conflicts

• The point of view from which a story is narrated

• The degree to which a reader can predict the outcome of the story

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Which of the following is an example of first person point of view?

• "As Harry squelched along the deserted corridor, he came across somebody who looked just as preoccupied as he was."

• "Select your player. Your player should honorably serve as a representative of your faction."

• "Whether I shall turn out to be the hero of my own life, or whether that station will be held by anybody else, these pages must show."

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What is narrative objectivity?

• A narrator's ability to relay only facts and data in an unbiased way.

• A narrator's ability to draw readers in by revealing their personal emotions or feelings toward a subject.

• A narrator's ability to tell a story in an entertaining and informative way.

Where in the story does the resolution/denouement occur?

• As the story approaches the climax

• In the beginning

• Before the climax

• After the falling action

What is exposition?

• The turning point or central event of a story when all action comes to a head

• The information presented at the beginning of a story to give readers insight into characters and setting

• The event that reveals the main conflict in the story

• The part of the story that occurs after the climax, leading to the resolution

Which is an example of external conflict?

• Buzz Lightyear's inability to recognize that he is a toy.

• Harry Potter struggling with the Slytherin aspects of his personality

• Will Smith fighting aliens in Men in Black

• Katniss's desire and need to compete to stay alive conflicting with her love for Peeta in The Hunger Games

Which would be an example of direct characterization?

• "She slammed open the door, stomped across the room, and threw her things in the corner abruptly."

• "He saw the homeless man on the street and, stopping for a moment, rummaged in his pocket and found his last $5 to give."

• "Mrs. Kirkland was furious."

• "Red in the face, she rushed into the classroom, tripping over her own feet and finally found her seat."