Imaginative Writing (Story Mountain)

How can you plan your writing?

• By writing spontaneously without any outline

• By creating a detailed outline using the Story Mountain

• By starting with the conclusion

• By focusing only on grammar

What is the first stage of the Story Mountain?

• Build-up

• Problem/dilemma

• Beginning

• Resolution

What is the third stage of the Story Mountain?

• Beginning

• Resolution

• Build-up

• Problem/dilemma

What should you do in the 'build-up' stage?

• Suspense and action come to a point

• Focus on the characters' thoughts and feelings

• Build tension. drama or interest

• Decide the narrative perspective

What is one thing you should NOT do in the 'beginning' stage?

• Characters face a problem or dilemma

• Create the setting

• Introduce the characters

• Decide the narrative perspective

What is the total time advised for completing the writing section?

• 30 minutes

• 45 minutes

• 60 minutes

• 90 minutes

What are you reminded to do before writing your answer?

• Pick your quotes

• Plan your answer

• Read the text

• Proofread your work

How many marks is the question worth?

• 24 marks

• 40 marks

• 16 marks

• 20 marks

How many options do you have for what you write?

• 1 option

• 2 options

• 3 options

• 4 options

Do you have to base your answer on the picture they provide?

• Yes

• No

• Sometimes

• Only if specified