(1) Xu Shun. Writing according to the time sequence of things' occurrence, development and ending is usually called sequence. The paragraph level of order basically conforms to the development process of things. Xu Shun is the most widely used. For example, walking, big golden hat and my son's family.
(2) flashback. Flashback refers to the ending of a thing or the most important or prominent fragment mentioned in the previous narrative, and then narrates it according to the "natural order". Flashback is not a whole flashback from "tail" to "head", but a partial flashback. Generally speaking, flashback is only necessary for things with complicated plots. If the center is clear, the material is simple, and things happen in a short time, flashback is unnecessary. For example, "Back" and "Father and Son" use flashbacks.
(3) interpolation. Interpolation is to insert some contents related to the main plot in the process of describing the central event, and then describe the original event. In order to supplement and set off the main plot, the inserted content makes the central idea more distinct, such as the woodcarving of antelope.
(4) Supplementary narrative. Sometimes, according to the needs of the content, the article should make some short supplementary explanations to the people or things written in front, which is usually called supplementary narration. Although supplementary narration and interpolation are both supplements and explanations to the main plot, there are also differences. Most supplementary narratives have no plot, so there is no need for any transition before and after.
Sequential narration, flashback, insertion and supplementary narration are not rigid methods, which can be flexibly used according to the needs of the expression center.
Two. Explanatory text
1. Explanatory writing is a style that objectively explains things, with the purpose of giving people knowledge: or explaining the state, nature and function of things, which is called explanatory writing; Or make things clear, it is called explaining things.
2. The instructions should be orderly, which is a necessary condition to make the instructions organized. The common order of interpretation is: chronological order, spatial order, logical order.
The chronological order of description is similar to that of narration.
Special attention should be paid to the location of space and the location and direction of things, such as inside and outside, size, up and down, front and back, left and right, east and west, north and south.
Logical order is often manifested in the process of reasoning, which generally includes several types: from cause to result, from main to secondary, from whole to part, from general theory to sub-theory, from phenomenon to essence, from characteristics to use.
3. The accuracy of expository language is the premise of expository language. Time, space, quantity, scope, degree, characteristics, nature, procedures, etc. All require accuracy. On the premise of accuracy, the language of expository writing is famous for its simplicity and vividness.
4. Interpretation method
In order to make things clear, or explain things clearly, there must be corresponding interpretation methods. Common explanation methods include giving examples, classifying, enumerating data, comparing, drawing charts, defining, explaining, making metaphors, imitating appearances and so on. The best method should be chosen according to the object of explanation and the purpose of writing.