The document outlines the key elements of a narrative story structure, including an orientation that introduces the main character and setting, a complication that introduces a problem, and a resolution where the problem is ultimately solved after a series of events. It also includes questions to consider for characters, setting, problem, and solution when constructing a narrative.

2. A narrative is a text format that describes a
sequence of non-fictional or fictional events.
A narrative tells a story.

3. 1. Orientation
2. Complication
3. Series of Events
4. Resolution

4. Who?
• The main character is introduced
When?
• When does the story take place? Eg.
“Once upon a time.”
Where?
• The location is described.
What?
• What is happening?

5. A problem is introduced into the story.
The complication usually affects the main
character but may also affect other
characters too.

6. This sections tells how the characters react to
the complication and how they set about
finding a solution.
The complication makes the story scary,
exciting or even sad. This leads to rising
tension which eventually leads to a climax.

7. The complication or the problems is finally
resolved.
How do the characters feel?

8. Characters
Give me information about
the character.
•Appearance
•Personality
•Clothes, Tools, Weapons
Setting
Who?
What?
When?
Where?
How does the setting feel?
Problem
Give me details about the
problem.
Who is affected?
What will happen if this
problem is not solved?
Solution
How do the characters solve
the problem? What are the
steps taken to solve the
problem?
How does the story end?