Narrative Terms
This term is also sometimes called a hook; it is used as a way to grab the reader’s attention.
Lead
Which point of view is told from the perspective of a narrator speaking directly about themselves? In this point of view, the reader does not know what other characters are thinking and feeling.
Pronouns used may include: I, me, my, we, and us
First Person
What type of lead asks the reader something about the topic?
Question
Rule #1 – Always use ___________ ___________ around direct speech.
Quotation Marks
What is the most intense part of the story (highest point on the story arc) called?
The Climax
This term is also called a conclusion; it is the very last thing that happens in a story.
Ending
Which point of view is told from the perspective of a narrator who is outside of the story? In this point of view, the reader does not know what other characters are thinking and feeling; only what they are doing.
Pronouns used may include: he, she, him, her, they, and them
Third Person
What type of lead is also called onomatopoeia?
Sound Effect
Rule #2 – ________________ goes inside the quotation marks and at the end of the sentence.
Punctuation
What is the beginning of the story (the first part of the story arc) called?
The Exposition
This term refers to the position of the narrator in relation to the story.
Point of View
Which point of view is told from the perspective of a narrator who is outside of the story? In this point of view, the reader does know what other characters are thinking and feeling.
Pronouns used may include: he, she, him, her, they, and them
Third Person Omniscient
What type of ending uses something funny that relates to the story?
Humor
Rule #3 - Use a __________ to identify when direct speech is occurring.
Comma
What part of the story arc leads up to the most intense part of the story?
The Rising Action
This term is what a conversation between two or more people in a story is called.
Dialogue
Which point of view is told from the perspective of a narrator speaking directly about themselves? In this point of view, the reader does know what other characters are thinking and feeling.
Pronouns used may include: I, me, my, we, us, he, she, they, and them
First Person Omniscient
What type of ending leaves the reader in suspense and wanting more?
Cliffhanger
Rule #4 – __________ each time a new speaker is saying something.
Indent
What is the last part of the story arc called, where the conflict is over and no questions are left unanswered?
The Resolution
Which point of view is this?
"What am I doing?" My sister asked herself. "I don't belong here."
First Person Omniscient
What type of lead paints a picture for the reader using imagery?
Snapshot
Which dialogue is written correctly?
a. Mrs. Penrod asked How are you doing?
b. Mrs. Penrod asked how are you doing?
c. Mrs. Penrod asked "How are you doing?"
d. Mrs. Penrod asked, "How are you doing?"
d. Mrs. Penrod asked, "How are you doing?"
What part of the story comes after the most intense part?
The Falling Action