Introduction to the Novel: Select the Novel
Module Overview

Introduction to Novel Module Wordle Image A novel is a work of narrative fiction, usually written in prose form. Novels can take on many genres including fantasy, horror, science-fiction, historical fiction, romance, mystery, thriller, and more. What kind of novels do you enjoy reading? Look at the list below and take some time to choose the novel you will read for this course.

Novels

The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe by C.S. Lewis
 Inkheart by Cornelia Funke (The first book of the series)   
The Hobbit by J.R.R. Tolkien

Alternate Novels

Chains by Laurie Anderson
The Once and Future King by T. H. White (The first book of the series)

Essential Questions

What elements are found in a novel?
What is suspense?
What is the basic plot of your chosen novel?

Key Terms

Exposition: details important to the foundation of the story
Rising action: the actions that move the plot, leading to the climax of the story
Climax: the most exciting part of the story
Falling action: comes after the climax and leads to the end of the story
Resolution: where loose ends are tied up
Setting: the time, place, and other details about when the story takes place
Theme: the central or main idea in a work of fiction
Conflict: a struggle between two opposing forces
Suspense: when the audience wonders what will happen next
Characterization: personality a character displays

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