Narrative Writing

What makes characters in a narrative seem real?

• Their physical appearance

• Their actions and dialogue

• Their names and ages

• Their relationships with other characters

What does the setting of a narrative story refer to?

• The actions and decisions of the characters

• The time and place where the story takes place

• The main problem or conflict in the story

• The lessons or themes taught in the story

What is the purpose of conflict in a narrative story?

• To create suspense and tension

• To provide a resolution to the story

• To establish the setting of the story

• To introduce the main characters

What is the theme of a narrative story?

• The main problem or conflict in the story

• The time and place where the story takes place

• The lessons or messages the author wants to convey

• The actions and decisions of the characters

What is dialogue in a narrative story?

• The actions and decisions of the characters

• Conversations between characters

• The lessons or themes taught in the story

• The main problem or conflict in the story

What is the point of view in a narrative story where the narrator knows the thoughts of one or two characters?

• 3rd Omniscient

• 2nd person

• 1st person

• 3rd Limited

What is the point of view in a narrative story where the narrator knows the thoughts of all characters?

• 1st person

• 3rd person omniscient

• 2nd person

• 3rd person limited

Select the TWO things the prompt could ask you to do for a narrative essay.

• Retell the story from a different POV

• Explain

• Continue the story

• Argue

Narratives _____________ (select all that apply)

• tell a story

• has characters

• has a setting

• can be real or make believe

What belongs in the introduction for a narrative?

• Hook

• Topic

• Thesis

• Characters

• Setting