This paper involves using the narrative mode of historical writing, as defined in Marius, chapter 3. Remember, narrating refers to telling a story. Historical narration must have a sense of change over time, or plot. The structuring of a historical plot is often chronological, but need not be. Flashbacks, retrograde emplotments, fragmented emplotments, and other techniques may be used.
All narrative employs perspective.
Students should carefully consider the perspective from which they narrate their historical story. Consider how the choice of perspective affects the story being told and its meaning.