NONFICTION-THEME-and-TECHNIQUES.pptxxxxxxx

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1. Good Day !

2. Creative Nonfiction Nothing But the Truth!

3. Creative Nonfiction Creative non-fiction texts are true accounts while utilizing some of the techniques and styles of fiction. Creativity includes the use of literary devices which can be divided into two: literary techniques (which include the use of figurative language) and literary elements (which include the theme).

4. Creative Nonfiction . . uses vivid language uses emotions to arrive at the truth stimulates the readers imagination uses rhetorical strategies/ persuasion

5. Creative Nonfiction It is told in the first person and the narrator’s voice is a key part of the work, reflecting a serious attention to the craft of writing. As with all nonfiction, these works are based on facts, whether of a verifiable kind or a personal memory or reflection.

6. Creative Nonfiction The best works of creative nonfiction use their apparent topic to explore a deeper issue and are both timely and timeless. Creative Nonfiction has a narrator and characters, tells a story, and uses dialogue, scenes, figurative language and sensory details. The narrator may speculate and use their imagination, but aims for veracity.

7. ABOUT FICTION and NONFICTION Fiction Nonfiction Features: Imaginary Characters -- people -- Animals -- Objects Plot --Setting --Conflict --Resolution Theme

8. ABOUT FICTION and NONFICTION Fiction Nonfiction Features: Imaginary Characters -- people -- Animals -- Objects Plot --Setting --Conflict --Resolution Theme Features Real --People -- Events --Ideas Fact Organization -- Style

9. Elements of Fiction and Nonfiction Fiction Nonfiction Plot and structure Characterization Theme Setting Point of view Style Symbol, allegory and fantasy Humor and irony

10. Elements of Fiction and Nonfiction Fiction Nonfiction Plot and structure Characterization Theme Setting Point of view Style Symbol, allegory and fantasy Humor and irony Creative nonfiction is a genre of writing that utilizes the elements and style of writing fiction to artistically and aesthetically express and inform and persuade others about facts and true to life accounts.

11. Most Common Genres Fiction Nonfiction Fables, folktales and fairy tales Fantasy, mystery Myth, legend Historical fiction Realistic fiction Drama, poetry Science fiction

12. Most Common Genres Fiction Nonfiction Fables, folktales and fairy tales Biography Fantasy, mystery Autobiography Myth, legend Newspaper, article Historical fiction essay Realistic fiction documentary Drama, poetry Speeches, diaries, letters Science fiction informational

13. Theme and Techniques of a particular text

14. MOST ESSENTIAL LEARNING COMPETENCY: Analyze the theme and techniques used in a particular text.

15. Learning the techniques and theme in nonfiction helps you weave your own nonfiction piece. In this lesson, you are expected to analyze the theme and techniques used in a particular text.

16. ACTIVITY 1: Read Me! Analyze Me! Answer Me! Directions: Read and analyze the “direct statements” below. Identify the style or technique used through the underlined and italicized portions, phrases or words. Choose your answer on the pool of words provided. Write your answer in the box at the right side.

17. 1. “ The flower that I cherished for six summers, the flower- so lovely and fragrant is just a dream now. I woke up one day and everything is a question as to why the flower went away. Oxymoron Alliteration Repetition Simile Symbolism Imagery Hyperbole

18. 2. “ I cried a river when my favorite cat died. Muning is my favorite pet. We spent four years together and I can’t imagine life without her.” Oxymoron Alliteration Repetition Simile Symbolism Imagery Hyperbole

19. 3. “Being in love is like heaven . It is a feeling that is incomparable among other feelings or emotions. To be in love is like a rainbow , full of colors , full of joy!” Oxymoron Alliteration Repetition Simile Symbolism Imagery Hyperbole

20. 4. “She has a long shiny black hair with chinky eyes and an aquiline nose . Her eyelashes are long and curly like that of Cleopatra . Her pouting lips are small, pinkish in color and it seems inviting. Her body is like that of Angel Locsin and her smile makes my heart so delighted like the angelic smile of Marian Rivera.” Oxymoron Alliteration Repetition Simile Symbolism Imagery Hyperbole

21. 5. “ S heila, s ee? S ally s ells s eashells by the s eashore! Oxymoron Alliteration Repetition Simile Symbolism Imagery Hyperbole

22. 6. “The silence is deafening me. His looks blind me . He does not even say any single word. I know he figured out everything. His fully zipped mouth is so loud that it may explode anytime. I feel different. I feel terrified.” Oxymoron Alliteration Repetition Simile Symbolism Imagery Hyperbole

23. 01 Literary Techniques

24. Literary Techniques These are specific, deliberate construction and use of language to convey meaning. Oftentimes, these techniques are indirectly or implicitly used in a text. Sometimes, readers experience difficulty in figuring out the intended meaning because of these techniques. Unlike literary texts, techniques are not necessarily present in all texts. However, creative non-fiction texts utilize techniques commonly used in literary texts as part of art and aesthetic aspect of writing. Sometimes, these techniques are used in free and formal and informative and narrative essays.

25. Creative Nonfiction Nothing But the Truth!

26. Literary Techniques FIGURATIVE LANGUAGE It is language than cannot be taken literally (or should not be taken literally only). It uses words or expressions with a meaning that is different from the literal.

27. Literary Techniques 2. IMAGERY It refers to the use of vivid and descriptive language to add depth to the writing. It creates mental images in the readers’ mind.

28. Literary Techniques 3. SYMBOLISM It refers to the imbuement of objects with a certain meaning that is different from their original meaning or function. It expresses a hidden meaning in words.

29. Literary Techniques 4. PARALLELISM It is a use of similar or identical language, structures, events, or ideas in different parts of a text.

30. Literary Techniques 4. PARALLELISM Examples: “I came, I saw, I conquered.”- Julius Caesar “that government of the people, by the people, for the people, shall not perish from the earth” - Abraham Lincoln

31. Literary Techniques 4. PARALLELISM Correct parallelism – Jimmy likes to rap, nap, and snacks. Faulty parallelism – Jimmy likes to rap, nap, and eating snacks.

32. Literary Techniques 5. FORESHADOWING 6. FLASHBACK 7. SOUND DEVICE

33. ACTIVITY 2: Read Me! Analyze Me! Answer Me! Directions: Read and analyze the “direct statements” below. Identify the one-word idea or message (subject or topic) of the statements by choosing your answer on the pool of words provided.

34. 1. “We struggled a lot like a stray dog, with no permanent home, no refuge. We have no food to eat, not even a single penny. We drink water from the muddy lake, tastes like a rusting iron.” Piousness Courage Poverty Farewell Heroism Positivity Prejudice

35. 2. “I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. Now there is in store for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous Judge, will award to me on that day. Piousness Courage Poverty Farewell Heroism Positivity Prejudice

36. 3. “I have no choice but to save the child though I know my life will be at risk. I just feel it’s my duty to help those who are in need. I never regret I broke my arm, at least a life was saved and God used me as His instrument.” Piousness Courage Poverty Farewell Heroism Positivity Prejudice

37. 4. “I don’t feel like to be her friend. She’s a highlander. She looks like my old shoes, out of the trend. I couldn’t imagine her style of clothing still exist this era. Oh my gosh! Is everything fine? Is the world okay?” Piousness Courage Poverty Farewell Heroism Positivity Prejudice

38. 5. “I think good things will come to those who patiently wait. I also look into the beauty of each human being regardless of their culture, status and backgrounds. Lastly, I believe that everyone can change when they see inspiration whether it’s spiritual, physical, moral or emotional.” Piousness Courage Poverty Farewell Heroism Positivity Prejudice

39. 6. “In the fell clutch of circumstances, I have not winced nor cried aloud. My head is bloody but unbowed. Beyond this place of wrath and tears, looms but the horror of the shade. And yet, the menace of the years, finds and shall find me unafraid.” Piousness Courage Poverty Farewell Heroism Positivity Prejudice

40. 7. “Lord, please cleanse away my soul. I know that I sin oftentimes and that I am a human with many inequities. I know that I sometimes commit sin against your will. Sometimes I cannot control and tell myself to do the right thing. I ask for your forgiveness and hope to remind me always of my promise.” Piousness Courage Poverty Farewell Heroism Positivity Prejudice

41. 02 Themes

42. Theme On the other hand, theme refers to the central idea, subject, topic or message of the text. Oftentimes, a narrative text, poetry and literary texts have themes. Themes are the overall idea or message conveyed in the text. It is an underlying belief and outlook of the author about life inside and outside him. It is often universal. Universality means true to all- felt and experienced by all.

43. Common Example Themes 1. GOOD vs EVIL The battle between good and evil is a theme that’s particularly common in fantasy series. It doesn’t need much explaining; books that explore this theme generally feature a battle between good and evil in which good usually triumphs.

44. Common Example Themes 2. LOVE Love is one of the most universal themes in literature, as in life. In fact, the theme of love is under pins many of the stories we've discussed so far. Love can be a force for good that inspires people to sacrifice themselves for others, or a toxic force that drives people to machess or violence. - Forbidden Love - Family Love - Unrequited Love - Friendship

45. Common Example Themes 3. POWER AND CORRUPTION These are two concepts that go hand-in-hand, and are explored as unified theme across many genres. Power is explored in literature on many different levels, from power over other people through to power over life or death itself. And with any type of power comes the potential for corruption, often explored as misuse of power, or the lengths to which someone will go to achieve it.

46. Common Example Themes 4. COURAGE and HEROISM Tales of heroism and courage in the face of adversity have been popular for hundreds, if not thousands of years. In fact, one of the most widely used story structures in the world is something called the hero's journey. This theme can be explored in different ways and on different scales, but perhaps the most common are 'traditional' hero stories about characters who are essentially destined for greatness, and, on the flipside, stories about 'unlikely' heroes who achieve greatness despite the odds.

47. Common Example Themes 5. REVENGE A common plot in literature, the theme of revenge sets up a conflict between one character and his or her enemies as he or she journeys to avenge wrongs done to them. A revenge story may depict the trials a character must endure in order to achieve their vengeance or, explore the human cost and moral dilemmas around pursuing vengeance in the first place.

48. Theme and Techniques (1) You can read text at least in a comprehension, interpretive and critical level (2) You should have knowledge about literary techniques, elements forms and types (3) You have the skill to relate experiences to the text or vise versa; and (4) You love reading and learning. If you have all of these, then I believe you could do better than expected!