Misc 1
Give your very best explanation of what a narrative is!
A narrative is a structured account of a series of events or experiences, presented in a story format. It includes elements like characters, plot, setting, and conflict, and is expressed through a specific point of view. Narratives can be fictional or non-fictional and are used to entertain, inform, or convey deeper messages. They engage readers by weaving together events and characters to create a cohesive and compelling story.
When an author writes for someone to enjoy it.
What is to entertain?
Fill in the blank: The ________ of a literary work is the central message it communicates. To express a ________, a writer creates patterns of story elements to suggest a larger meaning—for instance, by contrasting a generous man and his selfish brother to say something about generosity
Theme
List at least 3 types of conflict.
Character vs. Self: Internal struggle within a character.
Character vs. Character: Conflict between two or more characters.
Character vs. Society: A character challenges societal norms or rules.
Character vs. Nature: A character battles natural forces.
Character vs. Technology: A character faces challenges from technology.
Character vs. Supernatural: A character contends with supernatural elements
When an author tries to convince the reader to believe in something.
What is to persuade?
Uses he/she/they and gives the thoughts and feelings of more than more one person.
What 3rd person omniscient?
The last part of the plot where everything ends and the issues get resolved. Often horror will exclude this portion of plot in favor of a cliffhanger.
What is resolution?
Fill in the blank: Readers often have to make ____________, or logical guesses, about characters, setting, and events by recognizing and using details in the story
inferences
**Daily Double**
What is a protagonist?
What is an antagonist?
The protagonist is the main character around whom the story revolves, driving the plot forward. They don't have to be a hero or "good" guy; their role is simply to be the focal point of the narrative. The antagonist, on the other hand, is the character or force that opposes the protagonist, creating conflict. This opposition is essential for developing tension and advancing the story.
When an author wants you to know something or teach you about something.
What is to inform?
Uses he/she/they and follows/gives the thoughts and feelings of one person.
What is 3rd person limited?
When the outcome of the conflict is decided, so there is a lot of tension as everything comes to a peak.
What is climax?
What is characterization?
Characterization is the process by which an author reveals a character's personality, traits, and development. This can be achieved through direct description, a character's actions, dialogue, thoughts, and interactions with others. It helps readers understand and connect with characters on a deeper level. Characterization can be explicit, with clear traits described, or implicit, inferred through behavior and dialogue.
This occurs when the audience or readers know important information that the characters in a story do not. This creates tension and suspense as viewers anticipate how characters will react when they discover the truth. It's often used to enhance emotional impact and deepen audience engagement. This technique adds layers of meaning to the narrative, as the audience can foresee the consequences of the characters' actions.
What is dramatic irony?
Read the passage:
Joe had been fishing for over two hours without a single bite. Suddenly there was a nibble at the end of his fishing line. He stood up on the boat and leaned out too far. Just then there was a sharp yank on the line. Joe fell overboard and landed head first into the water. Joe and his friends laughed and laughed.
The author's purpose is to?
To entertain
What uses I/me/my and gives the thoughts and feelings of the narrator.
What is 1st person?
The chain of related events that tells us what happens in a story.
What is plot?
**Daily Double**
Explain the difference between tone and mood.
Tone refers to the author's attitude or perspective toward the subject matter, expressed through word choice, style, and sentence structure. Mood, on the other hand, is the emotional atmosphere that a piece of writing creates for the reader. While tone is about the writer's intent, mood is about the reader's emotional experience. Both tone and mood work together to enhance a story's impact and meaning.
Denotation is the literal, dictionary definition of a word. Connotation refers to the emotional or cultural associations and meanings that a word evokes beyond its literal meaning. While denotation is objective, connotation is subjective and can vary based on context and individual experiences. Both aspects influence how language is understood and interpreted.
Read the passage:
The giant panda is a bearlike animal that has thick white fur with black markings on its ears, limbs, shoulders, and around its eyes. The giant panda feeds on bamboo forests at high altitudes in western China. It also eats bulbs, roots, eggs, and some small mammals. The cubs are born in late winter. The giant panda is an endangered species and is protected by the Chinese government.
Purpose?
To inform
What gives you instructions and is not often used?
What is 2nd person?
The step in our plot diagram where the conflict is revealed accompanied by events leading to more.
What is rising action?
Explain the difference between internal conflict and external conflict.
Internal conflict occurs within a character, involving struggles with emotions, desires, or beliefs. It often deals with personal dilemmas or moral questions. External conflict involves a character facing challenges from outside forces, such as other characters, society, or nature. This type of conflict drives the plot and creates tension in storytelling.