Why Narrative Writing?
What does Narrative writing help us see?
Things in new ways
Name one quick narrative prompt.
A time you were embarrassed
What is one major problem to avoid in narrative writing?
No clear message.
What is an extended narrative?
A long episode that supports the essay’s thesis.
What should your thesis connect to?
The main conflict or lesson.
Name one way narrative writing strengthens relationships?
By helping us connect through shared experiences/telling stories.
Name a prompt involving losing something.
A time you lost something.
Why is an unorganized storyline bad?
It confuses the reader.
What is a brief narrative?
A short incident used to support a point in a body paragraph.
Why is identifying the main conflict early important?
It guides the whole narrative.
Give one example of how we tell stories every day.
“This one time…” / “Guess what happened yesterday…”
Which prompt involves disappointment?
A time you didn’t get to do something you wanted.
What mistake happens when you begin the story too far from the main event?
The narrative gets boring or unfocused.
Give an example of an extended narrative prompt.
Name one type of sensory detail.
Sight, sound, smell, taste, or touch.
What two skills do you need to learn narrative writing?
Studying good examples + practicing.
What type of story do these prompts lead to—fiction or personal?
Personal narrative.
What does “telling instead of showing” mean?
Stating facts instead of using actions, descriptions, and sensory details.
Give an example of a brief narrative prompt.
A moment when you helped a stranger and felt proud.
What does “show, don’t tell” mean?
Use actions, expressions, and vivid details instead of simple statements.
What does narrative writing help you develop as a writer?
Your voice, emotions, and connection with readers.
Why are quick prompts useful for practice?
They help students generate real-life stories quickly and build writing fluency.
How does avoiding these problems improve your narrative?
It creates clearer, more engaging, and more meaningful stories.
What is the MAIN difference between extended and brief narratives?
Extended = full story sequence; Brief = short example to support a point.
Why must characters stay believable?
Realistic characters help readers understand the meaning and connect emotionally.