Writing for a purpose: imaginative (Edexcel GCSE English Language): Flashcards

Narrative, descriptive, monologue

Story from imagination with clear structure

Beginning, middle, end

Create vivid, detailed imagery

Extended speech/thoughts of single character

Establish context & create intrigue

Main action or development occurs

Provide closure & satisfaction

Clear goals or desires

Create tension & keep readers engaged

Demonstrate via actions/dialogue, not state facts

Comparison using 'like' or 'as'

Direct comparison without 'like' or 'as'

Giving human qualities to non-human things

Concentrate on most important dramatic elements