Intro to Narrative Writing

What is narrative writing?

• Writing that focuses on factual information.

• Any kind of writing that tells a story.

• Writing that persuades the reader.

• Writing that describes a process.

Which of the following is NOT explicitly mentioned as a form of narrative writing?

• A novel

• An attorney's opening statement

• A research paper illustrating issues through storytelling

• A technical manual

In simple terms, what does "conflict" represent in a narrative?

• The setting where the story takes place.

• The problem a character faces and the obstacles to solving it.

• The main theme or message of the story.

• The resolution of the story's events.

A character struggling with an internal moral dilemma or trying to make a tough personal decision is an example of which type of conflict?

• Person vs. Person

• Person vs. Self

• Person vs. Society

• Person vs. Nature

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A story where the main character struggles against a severe blizzard to survive is an example of which type of conflict?

• Person vs. Person

• Person vs. Nature

• Person vs. Society

• Person vs. Technology

What is the primary function of a "Plot Mountain" diagram in storytelling?

• To help authors brainstorm new story ideas.

• To visually represent the structure of a narrative and how conflict develops.

• To evaluate the quality of a story's draft.

• To categorize different literary genres.

In a narrative, the "climax" is best described as the point where:

• The setting and main characters are introduced.

• The initial conflict is first presented.

• Conflicts reach their peak intensity and act as a turning point.

• All loose ends are tied up and the story concludes.

Which sequence correctly outlines the stages of a plot diagram?

• Rising Action, Exposition, Climax, Falling Action, Resolution

• Conflict, Exposition, Rising Action, Climax, Resolution, Falling Action

• Exposition, Conflict, Rising Action, Climax, Falling Action, Resolution

• Exposition, Rising Action, Falling Action, Climax, Resolution