Narrative Writing

Narrative writing — telling a story — is the most common type of writing task in the SET Stage 2 exam. Whether the prompt gives you a title, an opening line, or a picture, you will almost always have the option to write a story. The examiners at Sutton Grammar, Wilson's, Wallington County Grammar, Nonsuch, and Wallington High are looking for stories that are well-structured, emotionally engaging, and carefully crafted. In this lesson, you will learn how to write a narrative that stands out.

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What Makes a Good Narrative?

A good narrative has five essential ingredients: