Narrative Writing Techniques and Editing

The video tutorial focuses on planning and writing the solution and ending of a narrative. It emphasizes the importance of planning to evoke specific emotions in the reader and suggests linking the ending to the beginning for a cohesive story. The tutorial also highlights the use of humor and the necessity of editing for a polished narrative. Finally, it advises on titling the story after completion for a fitting title.

What are the three basic components of a narrative structure?

• Orientation, Problem, Solution

• Introduction, Climax, Conclusion

• Setup, Conflict, Resolution

• Beginning, Middle, End

Why is it important to plan the solution of a story?

• To include as many characters as possible

• To avoid using too much dialogue

• To make the reader feel a specific emotion

• To ensure the story is long enough

What is one technique mentioned for linking the ending to the beginning of a story?

• Introducing a new character

• Repeating a phrase used at the start

• Using the same setting

• Changing the narrative perspective

What humorous element is suggested to be included in the story's ending?

• A character slipping on a banana peel

• A character bringing a weather vane

• A character telling a joke

• A character singing a song

What is one reason for linking the ending to the beginning of a narrative?

• To create a circular narrative

• To add more characters

• To confuse the reader

• To make the story longer

What should be done after writing the solution and ending of a story?

• Start a new story

• Add more characters

• Publish the story immediately

• Edit for mistakes and improve language

What is the purpose of editing a narrative?

• To change the main character

• To correct mistakes and enhance storytelling

• To add more dialogue

• To shorten the story

Why might it be beneficial to leave titling the story until the end?

• To ensure it matches the story's theme

• To make it easier to remember

• To avoid confusion with other stories

• To make it sound more interesting

What should be checked during the editing process?

• The font size

• Spelling, punctuation, and grammar

• The color of the cover

• The number of pages

What is the final step in the narrative writing process according to the video?

• Publishing the story

• Writing a sequel

• Giving the story a title

• Adding illustrations