4 - Developing Voice & Crafting Effective Dialogue: The Character's Soul
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Practice Questions
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Define the term 'narrative voice.'
💡 Hint: What makes the narrator unique?
What is subtext in dialogue?
💡 Hint: What is often unspoken in conversations?
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Interactive Quizzes
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What is the main function of narrative voice?
💡 Hint: Consider what adds a personal touch to the storytelling.
True or False: Dialogue should include every word spoken verbatim.
💡 Hint: Think about how written dialogue differs from spoken conversation.
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Challenge Problems
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Write a scene where two characters are discussing a sensitive topic. Use their dialogue to reveal their personalities and the tension between them through subtext.
💡 Hint: Remember to show the conflict without naming it.
Create a character profile with a distinct narrative voice, then write a short paragraph showcasing that voice through their perspective on routine life events.
💡 Hint: Use specific diction that captures the character's essence.
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