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English SPM Part 3 – Story

3 Story

Introduction

Narrative essays are imaginative stories or accounts of experiences, it is easier to write about
incidents one has experienced. Narratives that are written well will catch the interest of
readers. In Part 3 SPM English, writing a review is one of the choices for the extended writing.
Marks allocated is 20 and the number of words should be between 200 and 250 words.

Step by
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1. A title stating the gist of the narrative • describe the setting
or title of the narrative is provided. • use direct speech
Sometimes, a series of words to start • use drama (words provided in the
or end a story may be provided. question)
• use a proverb or saying
2. Identify the type of incident you have
to narrate based on the notes given. 8. Introduce the setting, time of incident
and characters of the story as mentioned
3. A narrative composition has a format in the notes provided.
with certain features:
• Beginning/Opening 9. Add details to enhance the description
– introduction of plot, setting and
of the setting or background of the
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characters story.
• Development of story
– Rising action : events leading to 10. Make sure the story has a logical
climax conclusion as it here the reader it told
– Climax : important and exciting part how everything works out.
– Falling action : events after the
climax 11. The point of view in narrative essays
• Conclusion – Resolution : brings story is usually in the first person. Read the
to a close notes carefully to be sure of the point
of view.
4. Study the notes provided. Understand
the theme of the story and plan your 12. Most narratives are about past
story. experiences and so should be in the
past tense.
5. The notes should give you the
chronology of events. Expand on the 13. Use direct speech wherever possible to
notes by mind-mapping. make the account interesting but do
not overdo it. Punctuate correctly.
Organise the details to link the points
for a smooth flow of the story. 14. Be original and imaginative in your
narrative.
7. Have a good introduction for the story.
There are different ways to open a
story

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