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What is the primary function of the exposition in a narrative?
What is the primary function of the exposition in a narrative?
- To resolve the main conflict at the end
- To introduce the main conflict
- To establish the setting, characters, and situation (correct)
- To provide a series of events leading to the climax
Which element of plot typically represents the turning point in a narrative?
Which element of plot typically represents the turning point in a narrative?
- Crisis
- Climax (correct)
- Falling action
- Rising action
How does a subplot function within a narrative?
How does a subplot function within a narrative?
- It resolves the primary conflict of the narrative.
- It provides a minor conflict unrelated to the main plot.
- It serves to reinforce the main plot's themes. (correct)
- It introduces the main protagonist.
What is the definition of conflict in a narrative?
What is the definition of conflict in a narrative?
What does the denouement or resolution reveal at the end of a narrative?
What does the denouement or resolution reveal at the end of a narrative?
What is the role of a protagonist in a narrative?
What is the role of a protagonist in a narrative?
Which type of character is defined by their lack of development and limited traits?
Which type of character is defined by their lack of development and limited traits?
What distinguishes a dynamic character from a static character?
What distinguishes a dynamic character from a static character?
Which option best defines a foil character?
Which option best defines a foil character?
What does the first person point of view utilize in its narrative?
What does the first person point of view utilize in its narrative?
How is the atmosphere or mood of a narrative primarily created?
How is the atmosphere or mood of a narrative primarily created?
Which type of narration allows readers insight into the thoughts and feelings of multiple characters?
Which type of narration allows readers insight into the thoughts and feelings of multiple characters?
Which of the following best describes a stock or stereotypical character?
Which of the following best describes a stock or stereotypical character?
What defines an antihero?
What defines an antihero?
What does tone in a narrative primarily convey?
What does tone in a narrative primarily convey?
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Study Notes
Elements of Fiction
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Plot: Sequence of events/actions in a narrative; includes various elements.
- Exposition: Introduces characters, setting, and situation; hints at the main conflict.
- Inciting Incident/Force: Moment the major conflict is introduced/revealed.
- Rising Action: Events complicating the main conflict; builds tension towards the climax.
- Crisis: Critical decision for the protagonist; leads to the climax.
- Climax: Peak of tension; turning point that begins conflict resolution.
- Falling Action: Events following the climax; unravels the main conflict.
- Denouement/Resolution: Conclusion; resolves the main conflict; reveals character growth or failure.
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Conflict: Central opposition between forces (individual vs. individual, self, society, nature); crucial for plot development.
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Subplot: Secondary sequence of events that reinforces themes through its relation to the main plot.
Character
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Protagonist: The main character driving the narrative.
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Antagonist: Opposing force against the protagonist.
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Character Types:
- Round Character: Complex, fully developed persona.
- Flat Character: Lacks depth; minimal traits.
- Stock/Stereotypical Character: Conforms to standard roles and traits.
- Static Character: Does not undergo significant change.
- Dynamic Character: Experiences meaningful, lasting change.
- Foil Character: Minor character highlighting a key trait of the protagonist.
- Antihero: Central character lacking traditional hero attributes; often feels helpless and socially outcast.
Setting
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Definition: Time and place where the plot occurs; significantly influences narrative dynamics.
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Elements of Setting:
- Time: Includes specifics like day, month, season, and historical period.
- Place: Geographical location including buildings, countries, or broader universes.
- Social/Historical Context: Cultural, political, and moral attitudes of the time and place.
- Atmosphere/Mood: Emotional environment created for the reader, influenced by the setting and character interactions.
Point of View
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Narrator: Individual conveying the story; perspective shapes narrative delivery.
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Types of Narration:
- First Person: Told from a character's perspective (I, me, my, etc.).
- First Person Major: From the protagonist’s viewpoint.
- First Person Minor: From a secondary character’s viewpoint.
- First Person Stream of Consciousness: Disjointed narrative focusing on thoughts and sensory experiences.
- Third Person: Told by an external narrator (he, she, they, etc.).
- Third Person Omniscient: All-knowing narrator; insights into multiple characters.
- Third Person Limited Omniscient: Insight into a few characters' thoughts/feelings.
- Third Person Objective: Reports actions without insight into thoughts.
- First Person: Told from a character's perspective (I, me, my, etc.).
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Tone: Narrator’s emotional attitude towards characters and events; conveyed through diction and description.
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Bias: Preconceived attitude impacting narrative delivery.
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