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Narrative text

NS by Nurul Sofyra
Welcome to my English Class
Æ Do you like reading Æ What kind of books
books? do you like?
What is Narrative
text?
A narrative text is a type of writing that tells a story. It can
be based on fictional stories. The main purpose of
narrative text is to entertain or inform the reader by
presenting a sequence of events in a coherent and
engaging way
Generic structure of Narrative text
ÆOrientation ÆComplication ÆResolution
Introduces the characters, setting, Presents a problem or conflict that Shows how the problem or conflict

and initial situation. the characters face. is resolved.


Types of Narrative Text:
ÆFables Stories with animals as characters that teach a lesson
: .

ÆFolktales Traditional stories passed down through generations


: .

ÆFairy Tales Stories with magical elements and fantastical characters


: .

ÆMyths Stories that explain natural phenomena or cultural beliefs


: .

ÆLegends Stories about historical figures or events often exaggerated over time
: ,
The Brave Little Mouse

Once upon a time in a small village there lived a brave little mouse named Max Max was not like other mice he loved
, , . ;

adventures and was always curious about the world beyond his tiny home .

One sunny day Max decided to explore the forest near the village As he ventured deeper into the woods he heard a
, . ,

loud cry for help Following the sound he found a big lion trapped in a hunter s net
. , ’ .

Please help me little mouse the lion pleaded I promise I won t harm you
“ , ,” . “ ’ .”

Max though small was very clever He quickly gnawed through the ropes with his sharp teeth and soon the lion was
, , . ,

free.

Thank you brave Max the lion roared with gratitude You have saved my life If you ever need help just call for me
“ , ,” . “ . , .”

Days passed and one day Max found himself in trouble A fierce cat was chasing him and he had nowhere to hide
, , . , .

Remembering the lion s promise Max squeaked loudly for help


’ , .

In no time the lion appeared and scared the cat away Max was safe and from that day on the lion and the mouse
, . , ,

became the best of friends .

And so Max learned that even the smallest creatures can be the bravest and true friends always help each other
, , .
Language Features :

ÆPast Tense Often written in the past tense e g Once upon a time
: ( . ., “ ”).

ÆTime Conjunctions Uses words like when then suddenly to show the sequence of events
: “ ,” “ ,” “ ” .

ÆSpecific Characters Characters are usually specific and named e g Cinderella Snow White
: ( . ., , ).

ÆAction Verbs Describes actions e g ran jumped said


: ( . ., “ ,” “ ,” “ ”).

ÆDirect Speech Includes dialogue to make the story lively e g He said Hello
: ( . ., “ , ‘ !’”).
Conclusion
The conclusion of a narrative text typically wraps up the story by resolving the main conflict or problem. It often provides

a sense of closure and may include a moral or lesson learned from the events. This part of the narrative helps to

reinforce the themes and messages of the story, leaving the reader with a final impression or thought to ponder.

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