Chapter 4 Narration

• Narration is the art of storytelling.

• Narratives can be either factual or fictional. In either case, narratives should emotionally engage the reader.

• Most narratives are composed of major events sequenced in chronological order.

• Time transition words and phrases are used to orient the reader in the sequence of a narrative.

• The four basic components to all narratives are plot, character, conflict, and theme.

• The use of sensory details is crucial to emotionally engaging the reader.

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