This document outlines different types of narrative structures including open and closed narratives, single and multi-strand plots, and linear and non-linear chronological order. It also discusses circular narratives which pose a question at the beginning that is revisited at the end, sometimes tying into open narratives that leave the audience to draw their own conclusions.

1. Narrative Structure
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2. Open Narrative:
The audience is left to make up their own mind
at the end

3. Closed Narrative
There is a definitive clear ending and outcome

4. Single Strand
There is only one main plot/topic running
through the programme/film

5. Multi-Strand
There are many sub-plots which inter-weave

6. Linear
It is in chronological order

7. Non-Linear
It is not in chronological order

8. Circular Narrative
There is a question at the start which is
revisited at the end, they can tie in with open
narratives