JOYFUL ENGLISH LEARNINGOF
NARRATIVE TEXT
BY :Ayu Addani
XII IPA 3
THE DEFINITION OF NARRATIVE
Narrative is a piece of writing that tells a story. The story can be imaginary or
based on a real incident.
The Function of Narrative Text
To inform and entertain the readers
To tell the story with amusing way
NARRATIVE TEXT
Generic structure (steps) :a. Orientation : Sets the scene and
introduces the participantsb. Complication : A crisis arisesc. Climaxd. Resolution (conclusion) : The crisis
is resolved, for the better or for worse
e. Reorientation – optional (moral value)
Language Features: -The use of action verbs -The use of adverbs, adjective, and noun phrase -The use of past forms -The use of conjunctions -The use of reported speech -The use of passive voice
Some genres of literary text which fit to be classified as the narrative text. Some of them are:
Folktales, it includes fables, legend, myth, or realistic tales
Mysteries, fantasy, science or realistic fiction
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