Republic of the Philippines

Department of Education
National Capital Region
DIVISION OF CITY SCHOOLS – MANILA
Manila Education Center
Arroceros Forest Park Antonio J. Villegas St.
Ermita, Manila

CREATIVE
NONFICTION

OTHER LITERARY ELEMENTS

IN NONFICTION

Quarter 3 Module 4
Most Essential Learning Competency:
Analyze nonfictional elements in the texts.

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 Hi! I’m Maribel. I will be your facilitator and guide in this
module. Before you start answering the module, I want you to
set aside other tasks that will disturb you while enjoying the
lessons. Read the simple instructions below to successfully
enjoy the objectives of this kit. Have fun!

Before we begin, I want you to take note of the following:

1. Follow carefully all the contents and instructions

indicated in every page of this module.
2. Write on your notebook or any writing pad the
concepts about the lessons. Writing enhances
learning, that is important to develop and keep in
mind.
3. Perform all the provided activities in the module.
4. Let your facilitator/guardian assess your answers.
5. Analyze conceptually the posttest and apply what
you have learned.

By the way, these are the parts of this module.

Expectations - These are what you will be able to know after

completing the lessons in the module.
Pretest - This will measure your prior knowledge and the concepts to
be mastered throughout the lesson.
Looking Back To Your Lesson - This section will measure what
learnings and skills that you understand from the previous lesson.
Brief Introduction- This section will give you an overview of the
lesson.
Activities - These are activities designed to develop critical thinking
and other competencies. This can be done with or without a partner
depending on the nature of the activity.
Remember - This section summarizes the concepts and applications
of the lessons.
Checking your Understanding - It will verify how you learned from the
lesson.
Post Test - This will measure how much you have learned from the
entire module.

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 LESSON 1: ELEMENTS OF NONFICTION

As your facilitator, I expect that you, as a learner will

understand the elements of nonfiction. Specifically, this
module will help you to:
a. enumerate the different elements of Nonfiction
b. understand the functions of each element
c. analyze a story by defining the elements of
nonfiction
d. evaluate ones understanding by highlighting the
events based on the given element.
e. create a story using the elements of nonfiction

I am sure you are excited to have another fun-filled lecture about the Elements of Nonfiction,
but before that, I want you to answer this Pretest.

Pretest
Read each statement carefully and identify the elements of nonfiction in the given sentences.

_____ 1, The place where the story takes place.

A. time B. setting C. scene D. mood

_____ 2. This is the peak of the action, the main showdown, the central event of the story
where the conflict comes to a head.
A. sequence B. plot C. climax D. solution

_____ 3. They bring life to the story, it may be humans, animals or even environment itself.
A. characters B. scene C. plot D. events

_____ 4. Communication or script between two or more characters

A. theme B. dialogue C. characters D. plot

_____ 5. Also known as dénouement, this is where all the loose ends get tied up.
A. Climax B. resolution C. setting D. exposition

Looking Back To Your Lesson

Do you still remember you last lesson about the different literary elements based on one’s experience?
Hmm… Let’s see if you do. Analyze the statement carefully and Identify the letter of the correct
answer
1. Identify the first element in the plot diagram
A. exposition B. rising action C. climax D. falling action E. denouement

2. Which part of plot describes the paragraph below?

Via had been really excited about this picnic since her family will be going out
together. The day had finally arrived. It was cool and perfect day. Via saw a shop
where she can buy a perfect gift for her father because it is his birthday next
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 weekend. She found the perfect gift but after reaching her wallet, she realized that
her money was gone.
A. exposition B. rising action C. climax D. falling action E. denouement
3. This part of the story begins to develop the conflicts. A building of suspense or
interest occurs.
A. exposition B. rising action D. climax E. falling action F. denouement
4. The correct order of the plot diagram is..
a. exposition, rising action, climax, resolution, denouement, falling action
b. rising action, climax, resolution, exposition, resolution, denouement,
falling action
c. exposition, rising action, climax, falling action, resolution, denouement
d. resolution, denouement, falling action, rising action, climax, resolution,
exposition
e. denouement, falling action, rising action, climax, resolution, resolution,
exposition
5. The turning point in the story where the main character comes face-to-face with
a conflict
A. exposition B. rising action C. climax D. falling action E. denouement

Brief Introduction
Nonfiction includes true stories about people, things, animals, places, events
and even experiences. Aside from writing about personal experiences or current
events, the writer can also include personal thoughts, feelings and emotions. The
creative nonfiction writers categorize their literary piece in two ways: informative
nonfiction, this provides factual information with the purpose of informing you on
certain facts; and, Literary nonfiction, which is written to sense the excitements
and experiences more than how you felt on fictional stories since real people take
the place of fictional characters, settings, and events now are not imaginary. In
writing these stories, the author usually combines several elements that convey
factual information to shape his own purpose and attitude

OTHER ELEMENTS OF NONFICTION

1. PLOT – one of the main elements of every story. This refers to the
actual events that take place in the literary piece. To understand further, here are
the three features of plot.
A. Scope - this discusses the boundaries of plots; it gives vivid description
on your narratives.
Example: when a friend asked you, “what happened yesterday?” you replied saying, “I woke up
late, checked my phone, ate breakfast, watched TV, prepared my clothes, I noticed it was late
so I hurriedly went to the market, I bought meats, vegetables, fruits then went home, I hurriedly
cooked snack…….” You are now including details that bore your friend. Focus on the more
exciting and more meaningful situations on your day: “I woke up early and did a normal routine,
I hastily went to the market after seeing the time because I need to prepare and cook snacks
for the family.”
B. Sequence of Plot – this explains the orders of events. This gives the shape and
structure of the story. Which includes the exposition, rising action, climax, falling action and
denouement. I think you were able to study this in the previous modules. And I know that you
already have a background on tis.

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 C. Non-Linear Narrative – this may be told in a series of flashbacks or in a short
impressionistic scene that focuses on one moment. Stories might jump back and forth. If you
are using this plot form, make sure that the readers know why the jumps are happening, you
must clarify the turning back by adding dates or symbolic images to connect the scenes.
D. Linear Narrative – the orders of events are portrayed to the orders on
which they happen since it gives the logical presentation of events; the beginning,
middle and end. This gives the situation of the story by telling what happens
from one point at a time without using flashbacks.
Pacing – this is a stylistic device that determines how fast a story
in Linear and nonlinear narrative is unfold. this part also determines how
quickly readers move through the story. It is the amount of time you give
to describe and identify each event in the story.

2. CHARACTERIZATION – The creation or formation of a character. The writers should give

time thinking about characterization whether it’s fiction or nonfiction story. the writers should
think on how they will develop their characters through actions, imageries and dialogues.
knowing the types of character will help the readers understand each. Round characters are
very detailed which require focused portrayals on the traits; Flat
characters are minimally detailed; Static characters appear and remain the same throughout
the story; and, Dynamic characters, these are remarkably changing characters within the
narrative.

3. DIALOGUE - This refers to the communication between two or more characters. Here are
some examples.

“I am very surprised to hear that.”

“Oh, why did you say that?” he uttered.
She smiled, “because I did not expect you to say those words.”
If you will just think of the conversations that you had recently with your family, friends
and classmates. The dialogue that you used may be different from each since you have different
relationships with them. These interactions can influence the tone of voice, the words choice,
the information that you share and even the language that you use. (like slang or jargon)

4. ATMOSPHERE – A literary technique that provides the overall mood of the story. A type of
emotion that readers get from a narrative work. In literary pieces, atmosphere refers to the
feelings an author delivers to the readers through imagery and settings. Some may interchange
mood and atmosphere but you need to remember that atmosphere is a broader term that may
be set in a larger venue such as a theater or plays while mood can be the medium to distinguish
atmosphere, it is more specific concerning the emotions of a character or group of characters.
5. MORAL – this is the message conveyed by or a lesson learned from a story, a poem, or a
situation. Morals are not necessarily stated in the literary piece since it can be left for the
audiences or the learners to analyze.
However, there are times that they are stated in the form of proverbs. The moral of the story is
an phase of literature that not only entertains but it also gives the purpose of instruction and
information. In children’s literature they start the moral by saying, “the moral of the story is…”
however, in modern stories, the morals may be explicated by the audience and it can be
introduced by using literary devices.

6. MOTIF – it is a central element that writers emphasize and repeat throughout the story. It
may come in the form of symbols, objects, sounds and even settings. Motifs in the story
continue to reappear throughout the story. You might say that motifs are also themes, they
may be similar because they both flow throughout the story but remember that motifs are

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tangible like blood, moon, green lantern, etc. while theme is abstract like the love of the
characters.
- Source:https://human.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Literature_and_Literacy/Writing_and_Critical_Thinking
_Through_Literature_(Ringo_and_Kashyap)/02%3A_About_Creative_Nonfiction/2.02%3A_Elements_of_Creative_No
nfiction

Activities
Activity 1

Click this link

https://www.fortthomas.kyschools.us/userfiles/448/Classes/27589/The%20Jacket%20by%
20Gary%20Soto.pdf
Analyze the story and answer the questions below.
1. What Is the literary context of the story?
2. How does the narrator feel, after seeing his new green jacket?
3. Why does the narrator wear the jacket even though he hates it?
4. Do you think the narrator’s outlook towards the jacket changes by the end of the
story?
5. Why did he compare the jacket to an “ugly brother”? What does this tell the reader
about his feelings towards the jacket?
Activity 2
Go over the story again (The Jacket by Gary Soto). Complete the table below.

Plot Events
Character/Characterization
Atmosphere
Motif
Moral

Activity 3
Walk around your home and list down the places and things that give you certain
memories from your past. Write a short story about the most vivid memory you collected. Make
sure to include the elements of nonfiction.

Remember
Elements of Nonfiction are plot, characters, characterization, point of view and setting.

 Plot – the main element which gives the actual events of the story
 Characterization - the creation or formation of a character.
 Dialogue – the communication between two or more characters
 Atmosphere – The overall mood of the story.
 Moral – The lesson learned from the story.
 Motif – the central element that writers emphasize and repeat throughout the story.
Source: https://davehood59.wordpress.com/2010/02/17/writing-creative-nonfiction/

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 Checking Your Understanding
1. Why is it important to consider the right boundaries of plot?
2. What is the difference between motif and theme? And how does it affect the
readers?

Post Test
MATCHING TYPE: Choose the word being referred by each statement. Write the letter before
the number.
A B
1. Not necessarily stated in the A. Pacing
literary piece since it can be left for
the audiences or the learners to analyze. B. Motif
2. The amount of time you give to
describe and identify each event
in the story. C. Moral
3. This gives the shape and structure
of the story. D. Atmosphere
4. Stories that jump back and forth
5. Symbolic meaning that repeats E. Non-Linear Narrative
throughout the story.
6. This refers to the feelings an F. Sequence of plot
author delivers to the readers
through imagery and setting. G. Linear Narrative
7. A written or spoken conversational
exchange of words between two or H. Dialogue
more people
8. The story is portrayed in the order I. Scope
on how it happens.
9. Description of the distinctive features J. Characterization
of the people included in the story.
10. This deals with the limitations
of plot.

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Reflective Learning Sheet
Name: _____________________________________ Grade/Section: _____________

Directions: Write a reflective learning about what you have learned about symbolism and
atmosphere as creative nonfiction elements by answering the questions inside the
box. You may express your answers in a more critical and creative presentation of
your great learning. Have fun and enjoy!
WHAT I NEED TO
WHAT I LIKED THE WHAT I WANT TO
IMPROVE IN
MOST ABOUT THE LEARN CONNECTED
UNDERSTANDING
LESSON TO THE LESSON
THE LESSON

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REFERENCES

- https://human.libretexts.org/Bookshelves/Literature_and_Literacy/Writing_and_Criti
cal_Thinking_Through_Literature_(Ringo_and_Kashyap)/02%3A_About_Creative_Nonfi
ction/2.02%3A_Elements_of_Creative_Nonfiction

- https://davehood59.wordpress.com/2010/02/17/writing-creative-nonfiction/

- https://lcorbo.weebly.com/uploads/1/1/0/2/11022650/elements_of_nonfiction.pdf

Acknowledgements

Writer: Maribel J. Roque

Editors: Vicente M. Victorio Jr., Education Program Supervisor
Reviewer: Vicente M. Victorio Jr., Education Program Supervisor
Management Team: Maria Magdalena M. Lim-Schools Division
Superintendent-Manila, Aida H. Rondilla-Chief Education Supervisor
Lucky S. Carpio-EPS and Lady Hannah C Gillo, Librarian II-LRMS