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What is the primary purpose of a fantasy scene in a narrative?
What is the primary purpose of a fantasy scene in a narrative?
- To build anticipation in the reader by giving insight into something important that is yet to happen
- To provide insight into something important or reveal something new
- To create a contrast between the character's imagined and real experiences
- To invite the reader to expand their understanding or expectation in the narrative (correct)
What is the effect of a one-sentence paragraph in a narrative?
What is the effect of a one-sentence paragraph in a narrative?
- It provides a clear setting and establishes the story's context
- It introduces a new character or plot point
- It creates a turning point or climax in the story and provides a sudden jolt to the reader (correct)
- It creates a sense of continuity and flow
What is the primary function of dialogue in a narrative?
What is the primary function of dialogue in a narrative?
- To create a sense of contrast between two sections of the text
- To introduce or develop a character or plot (correct)
- To establish the story's setting and context
- To invite the reader to expand their understanding or expectation in the narrative
What is the purpose of a flashback in a narrative?
What is the purpose of a flashback in a narrative?
What is the effect of a clear setting in a narrative?
What is the effect of a clear setting in a narrative?
What is the purpose of a turning point or climax in a narrative?
What is the purpose of a turning point or climax in a narrative?
What is the effect of a contrast between two sections of a text?
What is the effect of a contrast between two sections of a text?
What is the primary purpose of introducing a new character in a narrative?
What is the primary purpose of introducing a new character in a narrative?
What is the main effect of a flashforward in a narrative?
What is the main effect of a flashforward in a narrative?
What is the primary function of a clear setting in a narrative?
What is the primary function of a clear setting in a narrative?
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Study Notes
Narrative Devices
- Fantasy: a scene or section that deviates from reality in the narrative, invites the reader to expand their understanding or expectation, and contrasts with reality.
- Reality: the actual existence and truth in the narrative for the character(s), and a return to reality reinforces the contrast between imagined and real experiences.
Text Structure
- Climax or Turning Point: the peak event in the narrative, builds excitement or anticipation before the resolution, and marks a shift in the story.
- Contrast: a striking difference between two sections of a text, often between the opening and ending, and contrasts with the reader's expectations.
Time Shifts
- Flashback: a section set before the events of the main story, providing insight into something important or revealing new information.
- Flashforward: a section set after the events of the main story, building anticipation by giving insight into something important yet to happen.
Pacing and Focus
- One-sentence paragraphs: a single sentence standing alone, creating a turning point or climax, or providing a sudden jolt to the reader.
- Clear setting: establishing the time and place of the events, enhancing the story by putting the plot in a specific context.
Character Development
- New character introduced: a significant character enters the narrative, revealing something significant about the protagonist through their relationship, dialogue, or encounter.
- Dialogue: conversation between characters, introducing or developing a character or plot, and often used to change the pace of the narrative.
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