How to turn into SEXY paragraph
(How to start)
In the novel, "The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time" written by Mark Haddon, Christopher Boone is a naive narrator. The main character shows himself to be a naive narrator, as he reveals the faults of those close to him, through his innocence and lack of social understanding.
(Connecting words)
however
because = we see this when . . .
We are shown this by . . .
an explanation of this is . . .
instead
otherwise known by
as
also
furthermore
once again
therefore
due to
continuing on from
whereas
(conclusion)
In all of these social interactions we as the reader understand more than Christopher himself does. We are able to ‘read between the lines’ whereas Christopher is only able to read ‘on the lines.’ This shows him to be a perfect case of a naive narrator.
(How to start)
In the novel, "The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time" written by Mark Haddon, Christopher Boone is a naive narrator. The main character shows himself to be a naive narrator, as he reveals the faults of those close to him, through his innocence and lack of social understanding.
(Connecting words)
however
because = we see this when . . .
We are shown this by . . .
an explanation of this is . . .
instead
otherwise known by
as
also
furthermore
once again
therefore
due to
continuing on from
whereas
(conclusion)
In all of these social interactions we as the reader understand more than Christopher himself does. We are able to ‘read between the lines’ whereas Christopher is only able to read ‘on the lines.’ This shows him to be a perfect case of a naive narrator.
Naive Narrator - (in novel notes)
- What is a 'naive narrator'?
- Explain how this relates to C.B.
- Give 3 e.g.'s where C.B. does this in the novel. (Hint Mrs Alexander, neighbours)
- Explain each e.g. with a quote from the novel.
- Make an overall comment (at the bottom) of WHY CB is a naive narrator - link to his Asperger's Syndrome
ABCD Character Grid - Christopher
Appearance: The important physical characteristics of the character
Chapter 43
What q’s does this raise about Christopher’s mum and dad?
Appearance: The important physical characteristics of the character
- tidy
- awkward
- intelligent
- "Mother died"
Chapter 43
What q’s does this raise about Christopher’s mum and dad?
- sneaking around
- bad relationships
- Everyone has been struggling, very separate
- No, but he raised the q of whether she was in a mental hospital.
- His story doesn't 100% add up
- CB never saw his mum in hospital
- No, doesn't read clues that you or I might
- Possibly with Mrs Shears
- Trying to find mother