Structural Choices in Writing

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Across
  1. 6. Order The arrangement of events in the order they occur in time.
  2. 9. A hint or clue about what will happen later in the story, creating anticipation.
  3. 10. A narrative technique that interrupts the chronological flow to present events from the past.
  4. 11. The inclusion of conversations between characters, revealing personality and advancing the plot.
  5. 12. Choices in Writing
  6. 13. Structure (e.g., linear vs. non-linear) The overall framework that dictates how a story is organized; linear follows a straight path while non-linear may jump around in time or perspective.
Down
  1. 1. The method by which an author presents and develops characters, including their traits and motivations.
  2. 2. The use of symbols (like commas, periods) to clarify meaning and indicate pauses or stops in writing.
  3. 3. and Timing The speed at which a story unfolds; controlling how quickly or slowly events are revealed.
  4. 4. of View The perspective from which the story is told (first-person, third-person), affecting reader connection with characters.
  5. 5. A suspenseful situation at the end of a chapter or section that leaves readers eager to know what happens next.
  6. 7. Dividing the text into parts for organization and pacing, helping manage reader engagement.
  7. 8. The selection of time and place where the story occurs, influencing mood and context.