Key Characteristics to the Opening of a Good Novel

Question 1

What are some of the key characteristics to the opening of a good novel?

Answer 1

• Creation of some sort of interest or mystery
• Establishing the setting
• Establishing the theme
• Revealing the source of conflict
• Characterisation
• Circular narrative

Question 2

Why is the creation of some sort of interest or mystery a key characteristic to the opening of a good novel?

Answer 2

Two intrigue the reader and make them want to continue reading

Question 3

Why is establishing the setting a key characteristic to the opening of a good novel?

Answer 3

It allows the reader to picture the scene of the novel and it means they are more engaged with the text. Also, knowing the setting can influence how we interpret different events

Question 4

Why is establishing the theme a key characteristic of a good opening to a novel?

Answer 4

It’s important to be aware of the central idea or issue of the novel

Question 5

Why is revealing the source of conflict a key characteristic to the opening of a good novel?

Answer 5

It’s important to be aware of any issues that are to be resolved in the novel

Question 6

Why is characterisation a key characteristic to the opening of a good novel? I

Answer 6

Characterisation is about creating and developing characters

Question 7

Why is circular narrative a key characteristic to the opening of a good novel?

Answer 7

This is where the ending is at the start. It evokes interest

Question 8

What are the strengths of the opening in TKAM?

Answer 8

• Circular narrative evokes interest
• Establishment of the setting gives us an insight intot the appearance of Maycomb, the kind of peopleliving there and how they live

Question 9

What are the weaknesses of the opening in TKAM?

Answer 9

•We are introduced to a numerous amount of characters which can be quite overwhelming