Narrative Structure

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What is narrative structure?

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The framework that outlines the sequence of events in a story, including elements like exposition, rising action, climax, falling action, and resolution.

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What is the purpose of the setting in a narrative?

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The setting establishes the time and place of the story, influencing the mood and context.

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What is the main conflict in a story?

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The central struggle between opposing forces that drives the plot.

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What is the exposition in a narrative?

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The introduction of background information, including characters, setting, and initial situation.

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What is rising action?

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The series of events that create suspense and tension, leading up to the climax.

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What happens during the climax of a story?

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The turning point where the main conflict reaches its peak, and the outcome becomes clear.

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What is falling action?

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The events that follow the climax, leading to the resolution of the story.

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What is resolution in a narrative?

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The conclusion of the story where conflicts are resolved and the story comes to a close.

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What is an inciting action?

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The event that sets the main conflict into motion, grabbing the reader's attention.

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How does the climax affect the resolution?

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The climax determines how the main conflict will be resolved, influencing the story's ending.