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168 Appendices of techniques, each serving a different purpose. Some are used to create suspense, while others are used to convey a message or theme. Writers use these techniques throughout their works. Examples include foreshadowing, metaphor, and imagery. Understanding these narrative techniques is useful not only for reading but also for writing. By learning how to use them effectively, you can make your own stories more engaging and meaningful. Whether you’re a reader or a writer, taking the time to learn about narrative techniques can help you to better appreciate and create great literature. Write for Communication A. How toWrite a Good Book Report p. 153 W: A book report is a written description, review, or presentation that summarizes and describes the reader’s thoughts and views on a certain book. You can write book reports on any type of book, including fiction and nonfiction. Writing a book report helps you practice giving your opinion about different aspects of a book, such as an author’s use of description or dialog. A book report can take on many different forms. However, when writing a good book report, there are a few basic elements you need to include, such as plot summaries, character analyses, and theme analyses. You can start your book report by explaining why the book was interesting. Special Lesson Exploring Dilemmas Through Literature Exploring Literature B. Utopias & Dystopias p. 131 1 . W: A utopia is a place, state, or condition that is an imagined ideal world with respect to laws, politics, and social conditions. A dystopia is the opposite of a utopia. It is an imagined nightmare world, often set in the future. The characteristics of utopias include peaceful governance, equality for citizens, and a safe environment. In contrast, the characteristics of dystopias include a controlling and oppressive government, extreme poverty, and the banning of independent thought. Utopian and dystopian fiction are genres with roots that go far back in literary history. Authors have used both to entertain their readers and to criticize their contemporary culture—using utopias to create appealing scenarios and dystopias to create alarming ones. During the twentieth century, these genres have at times blended together with closely related genres such as science fiction and climate fiction, and many of the works have become literary classics. Ready to Read A. Narrative Techniques p. 134 M: Narrative techniques, also known as “literary techniques or literary devices,” are the secret tools that writers use to create deeper meaning and themes in their stories. There are many different types