Narrative Elements
Syntax/Overall Aesthetic
Organizational Structure
Figurative Language
100

What is the end of a story?

Resolution

100

What evokes a mental visual?

Imagery

100

What organizational structure is this?

1., 2., 3.

Listing

100

What kind of figurative language is this?

Splash!

Onomatopoeia

200

What is the height/turning point of a story?

Climax

200

Why do authors use sentence structure?

To present their elements in sentences

200

What organizational structure is this?

First, Second, Last

Chronological

200

What kind of figurative language is this?

The trees danced in the wind.

Personification

300

Why are narrative elements essential?

Provide the framework of a story

300

Why do authors vary their sentence structure?

To hook the reader by adding rhythm

300

What organizational structure is this?

1. Most importantly 2. Next

Pattern of Importance

300

What kind of figurative language is this?

She has a heart of gold.

Metaphor

400

What is the sequence of events in a story called?

Plot

400

What is the purpose of syntax in writing?

To create sentences that provide an effect upon the reader

400

What organizational structure is this?

Topic ~ Subtopics

Topical

400

What kind of figurative language is this?

You've hit the griddy a million times today!

Hyperbole

500

What do narrative elements allow?

Allows the reader to follow the story properly

500

What is the expression of the author's attitude?

Tone

500

Why do authors use organizational structure?

To help the reader follow along and understand the plot/theme of the story

500

What kind of figurative language is this:

Quiet as a mouse.

Simile