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Writing a narrative opening based on 'How To Train Your Dragon'

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I can use a plan to write the opening of a narrative based on ‘How To Train Your Dragon’.

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The purpose of the opening is to engage the reader and introduce characters and plot. Using a range of linguistic features helps achieve the text's purpose. We have learned about three types of complex sentence: adverbial, relative and non-finite. Using a range of sentence types in narrative writing enhances text cohesion and keeps the reader engaged. Powerful, precise vocabulary choices engage the reader and help create atmosphere.

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