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Narrative Arc Matching Worksheet

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Narrative Arc Matching Worksheet

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Part 1: Understanding the Narrative Arc

What is a Narrative Arc?

A narrative arc is the structure that organises the events in a story from beginning to end. It shows how a story develops and creates tension before reaching a satisfying conclusion.

The Five Stages of the Narrative Arc:

1. Introduction/Exposition: Introduces characters, setting, and background information

2. Rising Action: Series of events that build tension and develop the conflict

3. Climax: The turning point or most exciting moment of the story

4. Falling Action: Events that happen after the climax, leading towards resolution

5. Resolution/Conclusion: The conflict is resolved and the story ends

Part 2: Pair Matching Activity

Instructions: Work with your partner to match each story event below to the correct stage of the narrative arc. Draw lines or write the letter of each event next to the correct stage.

Story Events

A. The main character faces their greatest fear in a final battle
B. We meet Sarah, a shy student starting at a new school in Auckland
C. Sarah begins to make friends but struggles with bullies
D. Sarah feels confident and happy at her new school
E. The bullies apologise and Sarah forgives them
F. A young wizard discovers a magical ring in his grandmother's attic
G. The wizard uses the ring to defeat the evil sorcerer
H. The wizard returns home and hides the ring safely

Narrative Arc Stages

1. Introduction/Exposition: _______
2. Rising Action: _______
3. Climax: _______
4. Falling Action: _______
5. Resolution: _______

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