Narrative Writing: Planning and Drafting
Students will plan and draft a short narrative, focusing on developing a clear plot, characters, and setting.
Key Questions
- Design a plot outline that includes a clear exposition, rising action, climax, falling action, and resolution.
- Construct a character profile that informs their actions and dialogue throughout the story.
- Explain how a chosen setting can enhance the central conflict of your narrative.
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