Narrative Writing: Exposition

The exposition of a narrative is . . .

• The turning point or the most intense moment of the story. It is where the main conflict reaches its peak, and the outcome becomes clear.

• The events that lead to the resolution of the conflict. Tensions decrease, and the story begins to wind down. Characters start to deal with the consequences of their actions.

• The introduction of background information, including characters, setting, and initial situation.

• When the main conflict of the story begins to unfold. A series of events or complications build tension and suspense, leading up to the climax.

The setting of a narrative includes . . .

Check all that apply.

• Characters

• Dialogue

• Time

• Place

Language that evokes the 5 senses (sensory detail) is known as . . .

• Irony.

• Figurative language.

• Theme.

• Imagery.

Tags

CCSS.L.9-10.5

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

In a narrative, point of view refers to . . .

• The perspective from which the story is told.

• The time period in which the story is set.

• The order of events in the story.

• The mood or atmosphere of the story.

Tags

CCSS.W.9-10.3A

The pronouns used in 1st person point of view are . . .

• I, me, my, mine

• You, your, yours

• He, she, they, their

The pronouns used in 2nd person point of view are . . .

• I, me, my, mine

• You, your, yours

• He, she, they, their

The pronouns used in 3rd person point of view are . . .

• I, me, my, mine

• You, your, yours

• He, she, they, their

In a narrative, the protagonist is . . .

• The good guy.

• The narrator.

• The main character.

• A supporting character.

In a narrative, the antagonist is . . .

• The bad guy.

• The force that opposes the protagonist.

• A minor character.

• An evil character.

Tags

CCSS.RL.9-10.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

What is suspense?

• A type of literary genre focused on horror and fear.

• The feeling of excitement or anxiousness about what will happen next in a story.

• A detailed description of a character’s appearance and personality.

• The use of humor to lighten the mood of a story.

Tags

CCSS.L.9-10.4

CCSS.L.9-10.5

CCSS.RL.9-10.4