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It is a sequence of events that shapes a broader narrative, with every event causing and affecting each other. Plot
Romeo and Juliet died out of desperation to love each other freely. Example of a Plot
It is all about the people, animals, and other creatures in the story. Characters
It refers to one event of a story causing another. Causation
It refers to the competing interests of the characters or internal conflict. Conflict
It tells the events of a story in chronological order with a clear beginning, middle, and end. Linear Plot
It expands Aristotle’s idea of plot structure. Freytag’s Pyramid
It begins in medias res, which means “in the midst of things.” The story begins not at the beginning but in the middle part of the story, then reaches back to the past for backstory. Flashback Plot
It was originally crafted for pulp and mystery stories. It argues that a story has three parts: rising action, climax, and falling action. Fichtean Curve
Present in large numbers or quantities; plentiful. Prolific
Mahogany tree was once prolific in the tropical forests. Example of Prolific
It refers to what produces an event or condition; it answers the question, “What happens first?” Cause
It refers to the result of an event or condition; it answers the question, “What happens after?” Effect
Helps the readers understand the relationship of ideas in a material. Benefit of Knowing Cause and Effect
Helps writers to follow a structure to organize their ideas and maintain their logical form. Benefit of Knowing Cause and Effect
Are used for the smooth transition of ideas. Signal Words
Because, Because of, Since, As a result of, As a consequence of, Now that. Signal Words for Cause
So, Therefore, This resulted in, Consequently, Hence, Accordingly. Signal Words for Effect
A person or thing that is a perfect example of a particular quality or type. Epitome
I pictured her to be an epitome of a Filipina beauty. Example of Epitome
As a consequence of going to the mall without asking permission from his parents, Kyle was grounded. Example of Cause and Effect
Jack is the most hardworking employee in the company; therefore, he got promoted immediately. Example of Cause and Effect
Outward behavior or bearing. Demeanor
Someone’s demeanor can be subjective to others’ perspective as well. Example of Demeanor
When was Bienvenido N. Santos born? March 22, 1911
Where was Bienvenido N. Santos born? Tondo, Manila
What was Bienvenido N. Santos’ nationality and profession? Filipino-American fiction and nonfiction writer and poet
Where was Bienvenido N. Santos originally from? Lubao, Pampanga
Where did Bienvenido N. Santos study? Harvard University
When did Bienvenido N. Santos die? January 7, 1996
Where did Bienvenido N. Santos die? Legazpi, Albay
What are the famous works of Bienvenido N. Santos? The Volcano (1965), Villa Magdalena (1965), Scent of Apples (1979), March of Death
Who became the class adviser of Room 8 in the story “Courage”? Mr. Arsenio L. Torres
What was the nationality of Mr. Torres? Ilocano
How did Mr. Torres act at first toward his students? Strict and indifferent
What did Mr. Torres later show to his students? Genuine care and concern
What did the students initially feel toward Mr. Torres? Dislike due to his strictness and lack of enthusiasm
What secret was Mr. Torres hiding? He was suffering from an illness
What happened to Mr. Torres in the end? He died
How did the students honor Mr. Torres after his death? They continued the program and sang songs for him
What songs were sung during the tribute for Mr. Torres? “Where’s the Land of Joy” and “Farewell to Thee”
What is the moral lesson of the story “Courage”? Avoid judging others too quickly and appreciate them while they are still with us
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