Narrative Writing Concepts

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Narrative

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A method of writing which tells a story.

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Purpose of narrative writing

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To entertain.

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Character

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A person, animal, being, creature, or thing in a story.

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Protagonist

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Main character in a story.

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Antagonist

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A character or force in conflict with the main character.

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Dynamic/Round Character

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A character who changes or develops during the story.

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Static/Flat Character

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A character who undergoes little or no inner change and does not develop throughout the story.

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Characterization

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The process the author uses to develop a character.

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Direct Characterization

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The author tells you something specific about the character.

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Indirect Characterization

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Readers make predictions or inferences about a character based on descriptions, actions, or other characters' reactions.