SAS10: Narrative Essay Flashcards

Understanding the Different Types of Essays

1
Q

It is a story or an account of events, experiences, or interactions, often presented in a sequential manner.

A

Narrative

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2
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It establishes the time and place of the story, creating its atmosphere and mood,

A

Setting

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2
Q

The purpose of a narrative is usually ______________ and sometimes for ___________.

A

Personal communication ; Entertainment

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3
Q

This is a problem or struggle between opposing sides that needs to be resolved.

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Conflict

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4
Q

This consists of the sequence of events or actions of the
characters that unfold the story, typically with a clear beginning, middle, and end.

A

Plot

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5
Q

These are the individuals involved in the narrative.

A

Characters

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6
Q

This is the way the problem is solved.

A

Resolution

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7
Q

This is how the story is told specifically, who tells the story.

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Point of View

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8
Q

It is an element or technique that authors use to produce a particular effect in their writing.

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Literary Device

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8
Q

This is the big idea or general observations about human nature and life presented in the story.

A

Theme

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9
Q

This adds color and depth to a work.

A

Literary Device

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10
Q

Literary devices are either a literary element or a literary technique.

A

literary element ; literary technique

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11
Q

This compares two different things using
the words “like” or “as”.

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Simile

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12
Q

It is a figure of speech
that says one thing is another thing to show
they are alike in a way, without using “like” or
“as.”

A

Metaphor

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13
Q

It is an exaggeration of an action or idea for emphasis.

A

Hyperbole

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14
Q

It is when the writer gives
inanimate objects or ideas human traits.

A

Personification

15
Q

This is where a word is written the same as it sounds when spoken aloud.

A

Onomatopoeia