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and context for the narrative (e.g. hint at the larger meaning of the set the stage for the lesson that might be learned, or show how the character relates to the setting in a way that matters) Create/establish a point of view from which the narrative is told Organize a story structure which draws the reader in and clarifies what is happening and who is involved Arrange events into a plot sequence(s) that is logical, based on the context created for the narrative Engage and orient the reader by establishing a context and of view and introducing a narrator and/or characters; organize an event sequence that unfolds naturally and logically inciting event or exposition, rising action, climax, falling action, and denouement or resolution) Purpose Context Are you telling a real or imagined event? How will you introduce your characters and/or narrator? Have you chosen details strategically, on the purpose and context you’ve created for the narrative? How are you organizing the events in a way that make sense to a reader? b. Use narrative techniques, such as dialogue, pacing, and description to develop experiences, events, and/or characters. Progression to Mastery Key Concepts Guiding Prompts Use specific details to describe people, places, experiences, and/or events Use dialogue to show how characters respond, react, or change as the plot progresses Use dialogue and description to bring the characters alive Use a character’s actions or to indicate his/her development within the narrative Adjust pacing to speed up or slow down the story to help the reader focus on key events and/or details Dialogue Pacing Description Characterization What details can you add to help the reader better understand the characters, places, experiences, and/or events in your narrative? How can you use dialogue to develop the plot? How can you use dialogue to show characters’ thoughts, feelings, and reactions? character(s) change throughout the story and how do you make that apparent to the reader? When or do you slow the pace of the story and