This document defines key elements of a novel including that it is a lengthy fictional work of prose. It explains that a novel contains internal or external conflicts, themes that unify its characters and setting, and is set in a specific time, place and environment. It is narrated from a particular point-of-view and features main characters called protagonists, opposing antagonists, and other characters that advance the plot.

1. Novel Choice Unit

2.  Novel – a lengthy fictional work of prose writing
 Conflict – a struggle presented within a story – can
be internal or external
 Theme – the main idea in a literary work, which
unifies the characters, setting and other elements of
a story
 Setting – the time, place, and environment of a
story
 Narration/point-of-view – the voice in which the
story is told

3.  A person, animal or being presented in a
novel
 Protagonist – the main character, often the
hero or heroine of the story (Little Red Riding
Hood)
 Antagonist – the character who opposes the
main character (the Big Bad Wolf)