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Narrative Writing Flashcards
AQA GCSE English Language specification
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Narrative Writing
A type of writing that tells a story, often using descriptive and imaginative language to engage the reader.
AO5 in Narrative Writing
Focuses on communicating clearly, effectively, and imaginatively, adapting tone, style, and register for audience and purpose.
AO6 in Narrative Writing
Assesses technical accuracy, including spelling, punctuation, grammar, and sentence structure.
Planning a Narrative
Involves deciding on the plot, characters, setting, and key events before writing.
Narrative Structure
The organisation of a story, typically including a beginning, middle, and end, with clear progression.
Opening a Narrative
Should grab the reader's attention, introduce the setting or characters, and establish tone.
Descriptive Techniques in Narrative Writing
Includes imagery, sensory details, and figurative language to create vivid descriptions.
Characterisation
The way a writer develops characters through actions, dialogue, and description.
Creating Tension in Narrative Writing
Achieved through pacing, conflict, and withholding information to keep the reader engaged.
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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