According to the text, what are the three essential elements of narrative?

a. characters, setting, and plot
b. drama, characters, and happy ending
c. emotions, conflict, and solution
d. characters, event, and lesson


a. characters, setting, and plot

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his notes? A) Immediately, in the interest of accurately recording the person's statements B) After he has written and mailed a thank you note to the person and gatekeeper C) Several hours later, to allow his mind time to accommodate the information D) The next day, to allow his mind time for reflection and incubation

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Desiree and Jorg have been dating for several months. One night while watching TV,

Desiree turns to Jorg and says, "Jorg, we've been dating for a while now. I'm wondering if we have a future together." Jorg responds, "I certainly hope so. I've been wondering myself if we might want to make our relationship more formal." Desiree says, "What did you have in mind?" Jorg says, "Well, since you are a freshman and I know how important your education is to your parents, I don't think an engagement is right just now. But I would like something like going steady, or being pinned." Desiree says, "That was kind of my thinking, too." What strategy for escalating or maintaining a relationship are they employing? A) expressing emotions B) social decentering and adapting C) engaging in relationship talk D) seeking compliance

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Which statement is correct regarding the social identity level of the personal-social identity continuum?

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