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Understanding Narrative Text and Adjectives

Oct 17, 2024

Notes on Narrative Text and Adjectives

Narrative Text

  • Narrative text consists of imaginative stories created by writers to entertain readers.

Structure of Narrative Text

  1. Orientation

    • Introduces the time, location, and characters in the story.
  2. Complication

    • Shows the conflicts or problems in the story.
  3. Resolution

    • Provides solutions for the conflicts or problems.
  • Narrative texts are typically written in past tense.

Adjectives

  • According to Merriam-Webster, an adjective is a word that:
    • Belongs to one of the major form classes in numerous languages.
    • Serves as a modifier of a noun, denoting a quality, quantity, or distinguishing one thing from another.

Role of Adjectives in Narrative Text

  • Adjectives are prevalent in narrative texts and serve multiple purposes:
    • Expressing Characters' Feelings:
      • Examples: sad, angry, happy, upset, disappointed, worried, heartbroken.
    • Describing Characters' Traits and Behaviors:
      • Examples: brave, clever, kind, rude, cruel, friendly.

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