Create a narrative (story) of the Mexican Revolution
Your narrative must provide
Create a narrative (story) of the Mexican Revolution
Your narrative must provide the following.
1. Six murals relevant to your story (these murals are the source of your narrative).
2. Reread the article by Abbott, “Narrative and Life.”
3. Give your story a title and be creative! Do not provide a descriiption of the murals.
Your story can be about love, justice, struggle, or freedom. Do make sure, however, that you incorporate the theme of the Mexican Revolution into it. Follow these steps for a well written story:
1. Historical context: Before you start writing, it’s important to do know the context in which your story is taking place. This will help you understand the social, political, and economic conditions that led to the revolution, as well as the key events and figures involved. Thus, jot dot specific dates and names belonging to the Revolution.
2. Choose your protagonist/s: Your protagonist should be someone who is personally affected by the revolution. This could be someone who is fighting for the revolution, or someone who is caught in the middle of the conflict.
3. Develop your plot: Your plot should revolve around the key events and turning points of the revolution. Think about how your protagonist/s were affected by these events and how they have responded. Your plot should take place between this time frame 1910-1920.
4. Create a sense of urgency: Revolutions are chaotic, so it’s important to create a sense of urgency in your story. Use short sentences, vivid descriiptions, and active verbs to convey a sense of tension and excitement.
5. Use sensory details: To bring your story to life, use sensory details to describe the sights, sounds, and smells of the Revolution. This will help readers feel like they are there with your protagonist/s. Here you want to pay attention at the murals you have selected.
6. Show the impact on everyday life: Revolutions often disrupt everyday life, so it’s important to show how your protagonist’s daily routine is affected. This could include shortages of food and supplies, curfews, loss of a loved one, or increased violence in the community.
7. Include a sense of hope: While revolutions can be violent and chaotic, they also represent a struggle for a better future. Make sure to include moments of hope and optimism in your story to show that the sacrifices made by your protagonist and others are worth it.
8. Use historical accuracy: While you have some creative freedom in writing your story of the Mexican revolution, it’s important to be accurate in your portrayal of historical events and figures. This will help your story feel more authentic and engaging. Use key dates and names of the Revolution.
9. Edit and revise: Once you’ve written a draft of your story, take the time to edit and revise it. Look for areas where you can tighten the plot or add more detail, and make sure your characters are fully developed.
10. Get feedback: Finally, share your story with others and get feedback. This will help you see your story from different perspectives and make any necessary changes before sharing it with me.
*This final is worth 20%, but only if: you have provided (and developed) a story and have incorporated the steps above. A well written paper with no spelling errors and minor grammar mistakes will make part of the 20%. Make your final at least two pages long, double spaced, font 12.