Narrative Elements and Perspectives

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What are the elements of the story arc?

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Exposition, Conflict, Rising Action Points, Climax, Falling Action, Resolution.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

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What should be included in a study of a story?

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Motif, imagery, theme, and moral of the story.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.2

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What roles should be studied in a story?

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The roles of protagonists and antagonists.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

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What is the first person narrative perspective?

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The narrator is a character in the story, using 'I' or 'we'.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

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What is the second person narrative perspective?

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The narrator addresses the reader directly, using 'you'. This is less common in narratives.

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What is the third person narrative perspective?

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The narrator is outside the story, using 'he,' 'she,' 'they,' or 'it.' It can be limited (focusing on one character’s thoughts) or omniscient (knowing all characters’ thoughts).

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.1

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What is a narrative hook?

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A narrative hook is a literary technique used at the beginning of a story to engage the reader's curiosity and encourage them to continue reading.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

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What is the role of a narrator in a story?

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The narrator is responsible for telling the story, providing perspective, and guiding the reader through the plot and characters.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

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What is the climax of a story?

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The climax is the point of highest tension in a story, where the main conflict reaches its peak and the outcome is decided.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.5

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What is the resolution in a story?

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The resolution is the part of the story where the main problem is resolved, and the story concludes, providing closure to the narrative.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.5