Writing Short Stories
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Objective
I can write a short narrative story with a clear beginning, middle, and end.
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Key concepts
3 concepts
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A narrative, or story, generally follows a structure that includes the orientation, the problem, and the solution.
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The orientation introduces the characters and the setting, which is the where and when of the story.
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The problem, or complication, is the most exciting part of the narrative, while the solution is where the writer solves the problem.
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Practice
6 questions
What is the primary purpose of a narrative?
In a narrative, what is the purpose of the 'orientation'?
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Exit ticket
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“Write a short narrative story that includes a clear beginning (orientation), middle (problem), and end (solution). The story should be at least three paragraphs long.”
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