1. Narrative Structure We will use “The Nest” as an example.
Sequencing 2
Narrative Structure
We will use “The Nest” as an example.

2. Things that happen in the story.
Plot
Things that happen in the story.
Example
Jimmy talks to his friends.
Paul and Jimmy have dinner together.

3. Modern times and at a family home
Setting
When and where the story takes place.
Example
Modern times and at a family home

4. The problem in the story.
Conflict
The problem in the story.
Example
Jimmy trying to spend time with a friend his parents do not approve of.

5. Narrative Structure Most stories can be broken into five parts.
Identifying the turning point is the key.
Introduction

6. The turning point of the story.
Climax
The turning point of the story.
Many climaxes have the main character…
learn a lesson
change
What is it in the Nest?

7. Things that happen before the climax.
Rising Action
Things that happen before the climax.
Example
Gertrude gets ‘C’s.
Gertrude talks with her teacher.

8. Things that happen after the climax.
Falling Action
Things that happen after the climax.
Example
Gertrude tries harder.
Gertrude becomes great.

9. Resolution How the story ends. Example
Jimmy’s parents ____________________.

10. Narrative Structure Story Climax Falling Action Resolution
Rising Action
Story
Resolution

11. Tips for Identifying Everything revolves around the climax.
Climax is not always the most exciting part of the story.