Intro to Narrative ( Ekements & Point of View)

What are the basic elements of a narrative?

• flashback, foreshadowing, imagery

• dialogue, climax, resolution

• characters, setting, plot, conflict, theme

• mood, tone, symbolism

How does point of view affect the storytelling in a narrative?

• Point of view only affects the font style used in the narrative

• Point of view always leads to a predictable ending in the story

• Point of view has no impact on storytelling

• Point of view affects storytelling by influencing the perspective from which the events are presented, shaping the reader's interpretation and emotional engagement.

Identify the point of view in the following sentence: 'She walked to the park.'

• Second person singular

• Third person singular

• Third person plural

• First person plural

What is the difference between first-person and third-person point of view?

• First-person includes only dialogue, while third-person includes only descriptions.

• The difference between first-person and third-person point of view is the perspective from which the story is told.

• First-person is written in red ink, while third-person is written in blue ink.

• The difference is the font size used in the text.

Why is it important to understand narrative elements when analyzing a story?

• It provides insights into the author's intentions and enhances the reader's overall understanding.

• Narrative elements are irrelevant in storytelling

• It has no impact on the reader's interpretation

• Understanding narrative elements is a waste of time

Explain the concept of 'setting' in a narrative.

• Setting has no impact on the plot development

• The setting in a narrative encompasses the time and place where the story unfolds, including various elements that create the backdrop for the plot.

• Setting only includes the physical environment of the story

• Setting refers to the main character of the story

In which point of view is the narrator a character in the story?

• Third-person limited

• Second-person

• First-person

• Omniscient

How does the point of view impact the reader's understanding of the story?

• The point of view has no impact on the reader's understanding

• The point of view impacts the reader's understanding of the story by shaping their perception of events, characters, and themes.

• Point of view only affects the author, not the reader

• Readers always interpret stories the same way regardless of the point of view

Identify the protagonist in the following narrative: 'Once upon a time, there was a brave knight.'

• brave knight

• wise wizard

• cowardly knight

• fierce dragon

Describe the significance of conflict in a narrative.

• Conflict in a narrative always leads to a predictable and boring storyline

• Conflict in a narrative is insignificant and should be avoided

• Conflict in a narrative only confuses readers and adds unnecessary complexity

• Conflict in a narrative is significant as it drives the plot forward, creates tension, reveals character motivations, and allows for character development.