Planning and structuring a narrative

9.Put the following story events in the correct order for a narrative:

10.Match each part of a story to its correct description.

11.Put these story parts in the correct order for a simple narrative: resolution, opening, build-up, climax.

12.Which of the following are ways to show a character's feelings without just naming the emotion? (Select all that apply)

13.A story mountain is a planning tool that helps you organise the events of your story.

14.Which sentence creates more tension by using shorter, punchier words?

15.Read this extract: 'The forest was dark and silent. Suddenly, a twig snapped behind her. She spun around, heart pounding.' What is the main purpose of the short sentence 'A twig snapped behind her.'?

16.Which of the following is the most precise word to describe a character walking quietly and carefully, trying not to be heard?

17.Which sentence correctly uses a paragraph break to show a change in time?

18.What is the correct term for the beginning of a story where the characters and setting are introduced?

19.Choose the most precise word to complete this sentence: 'The mouse ___ across the floor, trying not to make a sound.'

20.Which word is the correct term for the part of a story where the problem is solved?

21.Which of the following are effective ways to show a character's feelings without just naming the emotion? (Select all that apply)

22.The climax is the most exciting or tense part of a story.

23.What is the main purpose of the short sentences in this extract?

24.Which word in the extract shows that the character is scared without saying 'scared'?

25.Read this extract: 'The forest was dark and silent. Suddenly, a twig snapped behind her. She spun around, heart pounding.' Which word in the extract suggests that the character is moving quickly and nervously?

26.In the extract 'The forest was dark and silent. Suddenly, a twig snapped behind her. She spun around, heart pounding.', what effect do the short sentences create?

27.Read this extract: 'The old man shuffled slowly across the room, his eyes fixed on the letter in his hand.' What does the word 'shuffled' tell you about how the old man is walking?

28.Read this extract: 'The door creaked open. A cold wind swept through the room, making the candles flicker. Maria pulled her coat tighter and stepped inside.' Which of the following can you infer about the place Maria is entering? (Select all that apply)

29.In a narrative, the opening paragraph usually introduces the characters and the setting.

30.Match each word to the feeling it suggests. Write the letter of the correct feeling next to each word.

31.Read these sentences from a story. Put them in the correct order to build tension, from the calmest beginning to the most exciting end.

32.What does the word 'flicker' suggest about the candles?

33.Maria is probably feeling cold and cautious.

34.Read this extract: 'The sun dipped below the horizon, painting the sky in shades of orange and pink. The children packed up their picnic and headed home, their laughter fading into the evening.' What is the main purpose of the first sentence?

35.What is the correct term for the part of a story where the characters and setting are introduced?

36.What is the correct term for the part of a story where the problem is at its most intense?

37.A story map is a planning tool that helps you organise the events of your story.

38.Read this extract: 'The forest was dark and silent. Suddenly, a twig snapped behind her. She spun around, heart pounding.' What is the main purpose of the short sentences?

39.Complete the sentence with the correct word from the word bank: (pounding, whispered, crept, shouted). 'She ___ into the room, trying not to wake anyone.'

40.Read this extract: 'The old house stood at the end of the lane. Its windows were dark and empty. A broken swing creaked in the breeze.' How does the writer use the setting to create a mood?

41.Fill in the blank: The part of a story that introduces the characters and setting is called the ______.

42.What is the term for the sequence of events that make up a story?

43.Fill in the blank with the correct term.

44.What is the term for the person who tells the story?

45.Complete the sentence with the correct word.

46.Fill in the blanks with the correct terms.

47.Fill in the blank with the correct word.

48.Give one reason why using a story mountain before writing helps a writer to structure a narrative.

49.What is the term for the part of a story that introduces the characters and setting?

50.Read this sentence: 'She tiptoed across the creaky floorboards, holding her breath.' What does the word 'tiptoed' suggest about how she is moving? Write one word that describes her movement.

51.Complete the sentence with the correct word from the word bank: (pounding, whispered, crept, shouted).

52.Explain why using paragraphs helps to structure a narrative.

53.Explain why using a story map before writing helps a writer to structure a narrative. Give one reason.

54.Explain how a writer can show a character's feelings without naming the emotion. Give one example.

55.Read this extract: 'The old house stood at the end of the lane. Its windows were dark and empty. A broken swing creaked in the breeze.' How does the writer use word choice to create a spooky atmosphere? Give one example.