Narrative and Descriptive Writing Techniques

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English
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8th Grade
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Hard
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Standards-aligned
Sarah Williams
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15 questions
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
Which technique is essential for effectively establishing the setting in a narrative?
Dialogue techniques
Descriptive imagery
Plot twists
Character development
Tags
CCSS.RL.5.3
CCSS.RL.6.3
CCSS.RL.7.3
CCSS.RL.8.3
CCSS.RL.9-10.3
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
What is the purpose of analyzing opening lines from various texts during the library activity?
To determine the author's biography.
To summarize the entire text.
To identify the publication date of the text.
To understand effective story openings and improve writing skills
Tags
CCSS.RI.2.1
CCSS.RI.3.1
CCSS.RL.1.1
CCSS.RL.2.1
CCSS.RL.3.1
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
What principle is emphasized regarding characterization in storytelling?
Just Show
Show, Don't Tell
Direct Vocabulary
Only Tell
Tags
CCSS.RL.11-12.3
CCSS.RL.7.3
CCSS.RL.8.3
CCSS.RL.9-10.3
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
Which sensory detail is highlighted as important for creating vivid imagery in writing?
Auditory imagery
Tactile imagery
All of the answers
Olfactory imagery
Tags
CCSS.RI.8.4
CCSS.RI.9-10.4
CCSS.RI.9-10.4
CCSS.RL.7.4
CCSS.RL.8.4
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
What is the significance of using a mix of direct and indirect characterization in storytelling?
It simplifies character development by relying solely on dialogue.
It eliminates the need for any background information on characters.
It focuses only on the physical appearance of characters.
It makes characters more relatable and engaging by showing their traits through actions and interactions apart from giving us the an idea about.
Tags
CCSS.RL.11-12.3
CCSS.RL.7.3
CCSS.RL.8.3
CCSS.RL.9-10.3
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
What is the final takeaway regarding writing effective narratives?
Avoid any emotional connection with the audience.
Incorporate descriptive details and engage the reader
Focus solely on complex vocabulary and sentence structure.
Ensure the narrative has no clear plot or direction.
Tags
CCSS.RI.7.10
CCSS.RI.8.10
CCSS.RL.7.10
CCSS.RL.8.10
CCSS.RL.9-10.10
7.
FILL IN THE BLANK QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
In narrative writing, the use of ________ details helps to create a vivid atmosphere and immerse the reader in the setting.
Tags
CCSS.RI.7.4
CCSS.RI.8.4
CCSS.RI.9-10.4
CCSS.RL.8.4
CCSS.RL.9-10.4
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