Narratology: Tzvetan Todorov

Question 1

Typical narrative structure

Answer 1

1. Equilibrium
2. Disruption
3. Recognition
4. Resolution
5. New equilibrium

Question 2

What is meaning created through?

Answer 2

Through the interpretation and interaction of the reader/viewer with the narrative
Meaning making is dynamic and subjective
Influenced by personal experiences and cultural background

Question 3

Narrative succession

Answer 3

Events go together and one things leads to another and so on…
A narrative is not static and moves from a state of being to a state of action
Happens in succession and forms meaning for the audience