Structure Analysis in Sports Narratives
English
GCSE
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~20 mins
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A worksheet focusing on analysing the narrative arc within sports-themed fiction, aimed at GCSE students studying structure and storytelling techniques.
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Structure Analysis in Sports Narratives
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Narrative Arc in a Sports Fiction
As dawn broke over the empty stadium, Samuel’s heart pounded with a mixture of anticipation and dread. Today was the day of the championship final, a culmination of years of relentless training and unwavering dedication. The air was thick with the scent of dew-drenched grass and the distant hum of early morning activities. Samuel remembered the countless early mornings, the injuries endured, and the sacrifices made—all leading to this singular moment. He stepped onto the track, feeling the weight of expectation pressing down on him. The crowd’s roar echoed in his mind, blurring the lines between reality and the fervent hopes of his team. As he poised at the starting line, a surge of adrenaline coursed through his veins, igniting the final burst of determination that would either lead him to victory or bring him face to face with defeat. The race began, and with each stride, Samuel felt the narrative of his journey unfold—an arc of challenge, perseverance, and fleeting triumph. When he crossed the finish line, the outcome was uncertain, but the story he had written through struggle and resolve was already complete in his mind.
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Identify the opening of the extract. What tone is established here?
[2 marks]2.
Which part of the extract represents the climax of the narrative arc?
[2 marks]3.
Identify a literary technique used in the description of Samuel’s feelings before the race.
[2 marks]4.
Explain how the extract demonstrates the concept of 'climax' in narrative structure.
[4 marks]5.
What is the significance of the phrase ‘the story he had written through struggle and resolve’ in the context of narrative arc?
[2 marks]6.
Identify and explain the function of the phrase 'an arc of challenge, perseverance, and fleeting triumph.'
[2 marks]7.
Select the correct option: The extract primarily follows which narrative structure?
a) Introduction, Rising Action, Climax, Falling Action, Resolution
b) Exposition, Conflict, Climax, Resolution
c) Beginning, Middle, End
d) Start, Development, Finish
Aa) Introduction, Rising Action, Climax, Falling Action, Resolution
Bb) Exposition, Conflict, Climax, Resolution
Cc) Beginning, Middle, End
Dd) Start, Development, Finish
8.
Identify one literary device used to describe Samuel’s feelings at the start of the race.
[2 marks]9.
How does the extract exemplify the concept of 'foreshadowing'?
[2 marks]10.
For your creative writing task, imagine you are Samuel. Write a short paragraph (about 150 words) describing your feelings right after crossing the finish line, focusing on your internal thoughts and emotions.
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