Narrative Writing Flashcards

AQA GCSE English Language specification

Narrative Writing

A type of writing that tells a story, often using descriptive and imaginative language to engage the reader.

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Terms in this set (10)

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Narrative Writing

A type of writing that tells a story, often using descriptive and imaginative language to engage the reader.

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AO5 in Narrative Writing

Focuses on communicating clearly, effectively, and imaginatively, adapting tone, style, and register for audience and purpose.

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AO6 in Narrative Writing

Assesses technical accuracy, including spelling, punctuation, grammar, and sentence structure.

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Planning a Narrative

Involves deciding on the plot, characters, setting, and key events before writing.

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Narrative Structure

The organisation of a story, typically including a beginning, middle, and end, with clear progression.

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Opening a Narrative

Should grab the reader's attention, introduce the setting or characters, and establish tone.

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Descriptive Techniques in Narrative Writing

Includes imagery, sensory details, and figurative language to create vivid descriptions.

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Characterisation

The way a writer develops characters through actions, dialogue, and description.

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Creating Tension in Narrative Writing

Achieved through pacing, conflict, and withholding information to keep the reader engaged.

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Ending a Narrative

Should provide resolution or leave the reader with a lasting impression, tying up loose ends or offering a twist.

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