Narrative

Text
 Definition

Narrative text is a form of

writing that recounts a story
or a series of events, and can
be either fiction or nonfiction.
Examples include novels, short
stories, poems, memoirs,
biographies, and news stories.
 Purpose

Narrative text is a form of

writing that recounts a story
or a series of events, and can
be either fiction or nonfiction.
Examples include novels, short
stories, poems, memoirs,
biographies, and news stories.
 Characteristics

Narrative texts have a beginning,

middle, and end, with events arranged
chronologically. They use descriptive
language to create vivid mental
pictures of the characters, setting, and
events of the story.
 Generic Structure

Orientation Complication

The orientation of a story should answer
the questions of who, where, and when. It
sets the stage for the story and helps
identify the character and setting.
The three parts of a story's problem are the
rising action, climax, and falling action. The
rising action presents the problem, the
climax is the peak of the problem, and the
emergence of a solution.
 Generic Structure

Resolution Coda

The resolution is the part of a story where
conflicts or problems introduced earlier are
addressed, and characters may overcome
obstacles, find solutions, or experience
personal growth.
This section appears at the end of a story,
providing a summary or commentary on the
characters' experiences and the impact of
their actions. It helps readers to reflect on
the intended message or lesson.
Language Features

Using Past Tense

Using past tense creates sequence and helps readers follow

the plot and understand event progression.

Using adverbial of time

Time expressions aid in understanding the chronology and

coherence of events in a narrative.
Language Features

Using adjectives

Adjectives modify nouns by providing more information about

them, including color, shape, size, and characteristics. They
help create a more vivid and detailed story in narrative text.

Using noun phrases

Noun phrases in narrative texts provide more detailed

descriptions, highlight specific parts of characters or
settings, and explain complex ideas concisely.
List of Narrative Form

Fable
A story, usually with animal characters that exhibit human-like
behavior, used for educational purposes.

Fantasy
A story featuring unrealistic characters and events.

Folk tale
An oral tradition is an old story that has been passed down
verbally, offering insight into a culture's customs.

Legend
A story based on fact about the hero.
List of Narrative Form
Fairy tale
A fairy tale involves folkloric characters like fairies, goblins, and
dwarves, often featuring magic or enchantments.

Myth
Definition of an ancient story used to explain life’s mysteries.

Science fiction
Science fiction is that class of prose narrative treating of a
situation that could not arise in the world we know.

Biography
A biography is a written record of someone else's life.
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