Narrative Analysis

Worksheet Description

This Problem and Solution worksheet is a comprehension exercise that provides students with short stories and asks them to identify and articulate the main problem and its resolution within each narrative. In the provided stories, characters face challenges such as being afraid of a dog or needing a quiet place to read, and students must determine how these issues are addressed. The worksheet has designated boxes where students can write down the problems and solutions they have extracted from the text.

The worksheet is designed to enhance students’ reading comprehension by focusing on the problem-solution structure, which is fundamental to narrative and expository texts. It teaches students to analyze stories, identify conflicts, and understand how characters resolve these conflicts. This exercise also encourages critical thinking, as students must infer and articulate why the character chose a particular course of action. Furthermore, it helps students recognize the narrative arc of storytelling, an essential skill for both reading and writing effectively.