Definitions
- Describing the act of telling a story again in one's own words. - Referring to summarizing or recounting a story that has already been told. - Talking about rephrasing or restating a story with different words or emphasis.
- Describing the act of telling a story, often in a formal or structured manner. - Referring to the process of creating a story or narrative. - Talking about the use of storytelling techniques in literature, film, or other media.
List of Similarities
- 1Both involve the act of telling a story.
- 2Both can be used to convey information or entertain an audience.
- 3Both require an understanding of the story being told.
- 4Both can be used in various forms of media, such as books, movies, or oral presentations.
What is the difference?
- 1Purpose: Retelling is often used to summarize or simplify a story, while narration is used to create a story or convey a specific message.
- 2Structure: Narration often follows a specific structure or format, while retelling can be more flexible and informal.
- 3Emphasis: Retelling focuses on the key points or events of a story, while narration can emphasize character development, setting, and other literary elements.
- 4Style: Narration can vary in style, such as first-person, third-person, or omniscient, while retelling is often straightforward and factual.
Remember this!
Retelling and narration are both related to the act of telling a story, but they differ in their purpose, structure, emphasis, length, and style. Retelling is often used to summarize or simplify a story, while narration is used to create a story or convey a specific message. Narration can vary in style and follow a specific structure, while retelling is often straightforward and factual.
