Structural Features Flashcards

The organisation of ideas and events across the whole text, including order, shifts, contrast, openings and endings, and paragraphing.

The perspective from which a story is told, such as first-person, second-person, or third-person.

The beginning of a text, designed to engage the reader and introduce key ideas, characters, or settings.

The conclusion of a text, which may resolve the narrative, leave questions unanswered, or create a lasting impression.

Changes in the focus of the text, such as moving between characters, settings, or ideas to create interest or tension.

The order in which events or ideas are presented in a text, which can be chronological or non-chronological.

The use of opposing ideas, characters, or settings to highlight differences and create interest or tension.

The division of text into logical units of meaning, helping to organise ideas and guide the reader.

The speed at which the narrative or ideas progress, which can be varied to create tension or emphasis.

The repeated use of words, phrases, or ideas to emphasise key points or create a pattern within the text.