Unit 1: Short Fiction I

Chronological plot structure

________ is a storytelling technique where events are presented in the order they occur in time.

First person point of view

is a narrative perspective where the story is told from the perspective of "I" or "we".

Omniscent Point of View

also known as the "god-like" perspective, is a narrative technique where the narrator has complete knowledge and awareness of all characters' thoughts, feelings, actions and motivations.

Reading text

literally means interpreting the words exactly as they are written, without adding any additional meaning or interpretation.

Literary analysis

is the practice of examining a literary work, such as a novel, poem or play, and breaking it down into its various components to better understand how they contribute to the whole.

Reading text figuratively

involves looking beyond the literal meaning of words and trying to understand what else might be implied by them.

Episodic plot structure

is a literary technique that involves dividing a story into smaller sections or episodes, each with its own mini-plot.

Cultural references

can also play a role in identifying setting.

Social norms and customs

play an important role in identifying a setting.

Textual evidence

________ is information from a written work that supports or proves a point being made.

Subplot

________ is a secondary plot that runs parallel to the main plot in a story.

Adventure

________ refers to an exciting or unusual experience that involves taking risks and exploring the unknown.

Tragedy

________ typically involves the main character facing a series of conflicts and obstacles that challenge their beliefs and values.

Romance

________ is a complex human emotion that involves intense feelings of affection and attachment towards another person.

linear plot structure

A(n) ________ is a type of storytelling in which events unfold in chronological order, with a beginning, middle, and end.

Cyclical plot structure

________ is a narrative technique in which the story ends where it began, creating a sense of circularity or repetition.

Fantasy

________ in dramatic situations can be a powerful tool for creating tension and suspense in storytelling.

Good physical description

________ is an important part of world- building in fiction writing and can also be used effectively in non- fiction writing such as travelogues or memoirs to bring places to life for readers who have not experienced them firsthand.

Mysteries

________ are a classic element of dramatic situations, as they provide suspense and intrigue that keep the audience engaged.

Perspective

________ is an individual's interpretation of their own experiences and how they view the world.

Technology

________ refers to the tools or machines that are used to accomplish tasks.

Demographics

________ refer to the characteristics of the population in that particular area.

Dialogue

________: What a character says can also provide clues to their personality traits such as their values, beliefs, intelligence level and emotional state.

Second person point of view

________ is a writing perspective in which the narrator addresses the reader directly as "you ..

speaker

A "________ "is the voice that communicates with the reader or audience.

Social norms

________ and customs play an important role in identifying a setting.

narrator

A(n) ________ is a person or character who tells the story, either in writing or verbally.

non chronological plot structure

A(n) ________ refers to a storytelling technique where events are presented out of sequence, often through the use of flashbacks or other narrative devices.

Third person point of view

________ is a narrative perspective in which the story is told by an external narrator who refers to characters and events using third- person pronouns such as "he, ""she, "or "they ..

Physical Appearance

________: The description of the character's physical appearance can give us insights into their personality, background, and social status.

Technology and transportation

can provide important clues about the time period and location in which a story is set.

textual evidence

Using ________ is an important part of forming arguments in academic writing and helps build credibility by showing that your ideas are based on factual information from reliable sources.

Demographics

________ can also influence how people interact with each other and their environment which may impact how you as an author build out characters or plotlines within your story's setting.

Dialogue

What a character says can also provide clues to their personality traits such as their values, beliefs, intelligence level and emotional state

Actions/Motivations

Actions taken by the characters often help readers understand what drives them to act certain ways (motivations)

Physical Descriptions

refers to the use of descriptive language to provide details about a setting or location.

Comedy

is the use of humor to lighten the mood or provide relief during an intense or serious moment.

Claim

typically refers to the central argument or thesis statement that a writer makes about a particular piece of literature.