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Narrative Plot structure o Introduction o Rising action o Climax o Falling action Developing a Seed Idea (Theme) o Narrowing a large “watermelon topic” down to a focused moment or seed idea(s) Problem/conflict and resolution Character/Characterization o Uses dialogue to develop character and add interest Focus on Setting Chronological order/BME o Sequencing o Transitions Voice o Use of word choice and conventions to establish mood and/or tone (basic: adjectives, synonyms, antonyms, consistent tenses, and punctuation) (advanced: use of stylistic language – alliteration, metaphors) o Sentence fluency (variety of structure/length, compound, conjunctions with pronouns, and complex clauses) Presentation o Visual o On time - organization Anecdotal Observations /56
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