Narrative Elements

What element of narrative writing is described here?

The people or creatures that in the story that help the story develop

• Setting

• Conflict

• Character

• Plot

• Theme

What element of narrative writing is described here?

The message, moral or lesson of a story

• Setting

• Conflict

• Character

• Plot

• Theme

True or False?

The protagonist can be a "bad guy".

• True

• False

Which is a synonym for narrative?

• a story

• an essay

• a poem

• an article

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

• theme

• setting

• characterization

• plot events

The plot of a story is

• The people in the story
• The time and place of the story
• The problem in the story
• The sequence of events in the story

Select the word that correctly defines each story element.

The introduction, or exposition, of a short story is also its...

• character.

• beginning.

• resolution.

• main message

The rising action of a story is

• at the end of the story.

• the events that build tension and suspense.

• the message the author shares with the reader.

• the introduction

Select the word that correctly defines each story element.

The climax of the story is when

• the turning point where the characters must face the main problem.

• the way an author creates a character.

• the description of the setting.

• the words the characters say to each other.

The problems, worries, and tensions between characters, situations, and the environment is known as the:

• setting

• conflicts

• dialogue

• resolution