Elements of Fiction
What is the difference between fiction and non-fiction?
Fiction - Stories that are not real. They have elements that are made up.
Non Fiction - Stories that are real. They have facts to back it up.
The Narrator.
The problem or struggle of the story.
What is plot?
The events that make up the story. Plot is the story.
Find the ONE mistake.
What are we doing in math today.
What are we doing in math today?
This sentence is a question and needs a question mark at the end of it.
What is the setting?
The location of the story. It also includes the time of day and the weather of the story.
What pronouns do we see in First Person POV?
I, Me, My, We, Us, Our
What is the difference between internal conflict and external conflict?
Internal Conflict - A struggle within a single person. Usually caused by a decision that person needs to make.
External Conflict - A struggle outside of a person. Usually caused by other people of uncontrollable forces.
What is the most essential element of plot. Without this, you have no story.
The Conflict
Find the TWO mistakes!
my favorite team is the spurs.
My favorite team is the Spurs.
"My" is the first word in the sentence. It needs to be capitalized! "Spurs" is the name of a basketball team. It also needs to be capitalized!
What does SWBST stand for and what is it used for?
Somebody, Wanted, But, So & Then. It is used to summarize stories.
Where is the narrator in Third Person POV?
Outside of the story. They are not a part of the story. They don't interact with the characters or conflict. Picture them on a cloud!
What are the four types of conflict?
Man vs Self, Man vs Man, Man vs Society, & Man vs Nature.
What is the turning point of the story? The most exciting part.
The climax
Find the THREE mistakes!
They're are two many chores to do around the house. Its exhausting!
There are too many chores to do around the house. It's exhausting!
Incorrect use of homophones!
What are the main three reasons a writer will write something? (Author's Purpose)
Persuade, Inform, and Entertain
What is the difference between Third Person Limited, and Third Person Omniscient?
Third Person Limited - The narrator knows the thoughts and feelings of one character.
Third Person Omniscient - The narrator knows the thoughts and feelings of every character.
What 2 types of conflict can be seen in this story?
I don't know what to do. Mindy and her friends want me to bully Jazz to get into their group, but Jazz is my best friend. Is it really worth losing my friend to join their friend group?
Man vs Self and Man vs Society.
What do we see at the Exposition of a story?
The characters are introduced, the setting is introduced, and the conflict is introduced.
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Tanksgiving is one of my favorite halidays. It's the time of year when my whole famly visits.
Find the FOUR mistakes!
Thanksgiving is one of my favorite holidays. It's the time of year when my whole family visits.
Spelling errors!
What is a protagonist and what is an antagonist?
Protagonist - The main character, almost always the good guy.
Antagonist - The opponent of the main character, almost always the bad guy.
What point of view is this story told in?
"Billy, what should I do for the talent show?" Adrian asked nervously. "Bro, hear me out on this." Billy said, pausing for suspense he craved. "MAGIC SHOW!"
Third Person Omniscient.
It is told in third person. We also know that Adrian was nervous and Billy wanted suspense.
Why is conflict so important to the plot?
I will judge your team's answer!
Go to the board and correctly label the plot diagram.
I will be lenient on spelling.
Find the FIVE mistakes.
When making good mashed potatoes, there are a few steps to follow? First, peel and cut the potatoes into smaler pieces. Next, you have to boil the pieces until they're warm and soft. last, as you're mashing them, add you're desired amount of Butter, milk, and spices to have a perfect Thanksgiving dish!
When making good mashed potatoes, there are a few steps to follow. First, peel and cut the potatoes into smaller pieces. Next, you have to boil the pieces until they're warm and soft. Last, as you're mashing them, add your desired amount of butter, milk, and spices to have a perfect Thanksgiving dish!