Narrative Writing Techniques and Structure

This video tutorial focuses on planning and writing the orientation of a narrative. It emphasizes the importance of introducing the 'where', 'when', and 'who' to engage readers. The instructor demonstrates planning techniques using a story about two friends building a treehouse, highlighting the need to consider the problem and solution. The video guides viewers through adding details to characters and settings, using descriptive language, and ensuring cohesion. The tutorial concludes with a review of the written orientation and a preview of planning the narrative's problem.

What is the primary focus of the orientation in a narrative?

• To set the scene with 'where', 'when', and 'who'

• To conclude the story

• To describe the solution

• To introduce the problem

Why is it important to plan out a narrative before writing?

• To have a clear structure and flow

• To ensure the story is lengthy

• To make the story humorous

• To avoid using too many characters

What is one potential problem mentioned for the story about two friends?

• They lose their tools

• A big storm traps them in the treehouse

• They forget how to build the treehouse

• They run out of time

What is the setting for the story about Jenny and Scott?

• In a forest

• In a park behind a friend's house

• In a school playground

• In a city apartment

How does the narrator suggest making the orientation more descriptive?

• By writing in first person

• By using descriptive verbs and noun groups

• By adding more characters

• By using complex sentences

What is the purpose of using direct speech in the orientation?

• To introduce new settings

• To confuse the reader

• To give characters personality

• To make the story longer

What is the benefit of using a planning sheet while writing?

• To make the story humorous

• To ensure the story is lengthy

• To avoid using too many characters

• To have a reference for ideas and structure

What does the narrator plan to do after writing the orientation?

• Publish the story

• Review and refine the orientation

• Start a new story

• Add more characters

What is the next step after completing the orientation in narrative writing?

• Writing the conclusion

• Planning and writing the problem

• Editing the entire story

• Adding more characters

Why is it important to include interesting events in the orientation?

• To engage the reader and develop characters

• To confuse the reader

• To introduce new settings

• To make the story longer