Listing Pros And Cons

Worksheet Description

This worksheet is designed to prompt critical thinking about the use of prologues in literature. Students are encouraged to evaluate the advantages and disadvantages of including a prologue in a narrative. The worksheet provides a two-column table where learners can list the “Pros” and “Cons” of prologues, encouraging them to consider how a prologue can effectively set the scene, introduce key themes, or provide essential background information that may not fit seamlessly into the main narrative. Conversely, they must also consider the potential drawbacks, such as the possibility of prologues disengaging readers if they are overly long or reveal too much of the story.

The bottom section of the worksheet poses a reflective question about the optimal circumstances for a prologue’s use. This encourages students to not only think about prologues in a theoretical sense but also to apply their understanding to practical scenarios. They must discern what narrative purposes a prologue serves best, such as creating suspense, presenting a narrative hook, or offering a different point of view that complements the main story. This exercise helps students to develop a nuanced understanding of narrative structures and their impacts on the reader’s experience.