UNSUR CERITA FIKSI / Unsur Intrinsik

Summary

This video lesson introduces students to the fundamental elements of fiction, focusing on intrinsic and extrinsic aspects. The teacher explains key concepts such as theme, characters, plot, point of view, and the message of a story, using relatable examples from films and books. Through these examples, students learn about different narrative techniques, including chronological and non-chronological storytelling. The lesson concludes with an assignment to summarize the video, explain the concept of 'latar' (setting), and submit their notes. The goal is to deepen students' understanding of how stories are structured and communicated.

Takeaways

• 😀 Fictive stories have intrinsic and extrinsic elements that influence their formation.
• 😀 Intrinsic elements include theme, characters, plot, setting, point of view, and message.
• 😀 Extrinsic elements include the author's background, societal context, and the values presented in the story.
• 😀 The theme is the central idea or main topic that drives the narrative, like friendship, adventure, or superhero tales.
• 😀 Characters are the individuals in the story, divided into main and supporting roles, and characterization is how the author reveals their traits.
• 😀 The plot is the sequence of events in the story, which can be told in a forward-moving or backward-moving order (flashbacks).
• 😀 The point of view is the lens through which the story is told, with first-person (using 'I') and third-person (using 'he/she/they') being the two main types.
• 😀 In first-person narratives, the storyteller is involved in the events, while in third-person, the narrator is an outside observer.
• 😀 The message or moral (amanat) of a story is the lesson the author wants to convey to the reader, which often provides valuable life insights.
• 😀 The task for the students includes summarizing the video content, explaining the concept of setting in a story, and submitting their notes.

Q & A

What are the two main categories of story elements in fiction?

The two main categories of story elements in fiction are intrinsic elements and extrinsic elements. Intrinsic elements are those that make up the story from within, such as theme, characters, plot, setting, perspective, and moral. Extrinsic elements are those that influence the creation of a work from the outside, such as the author's background, society's background, and the values presented in the story.

What is the definition of 'theme' in a fictional story?

The theme of a story is its central or main idea. It represents the primary subject or message that the author wants to convey through the story, such as friendship, adventure, or heroism.

How does 'characterization' contribute to a fictional story?

Characterization refers to the way an author presents and develops characters in a story. It helps to reveal the characters' traits, behaviors, and motivations, allowing readers to understand them better. For example, a character like Sancaka from 'Gundala' is portrayed as brave through his actions.

What is the difference between the 'main character' and 'supporting characters'?

The main character is the protagonist of the story, around whom the central events revolve, while supporting characters are secondary characters who help advance the plot or contribute to the main character's development.

What is the role of 'plot' or 'sequence of events' in a story?

The plot is the sequence of events that make up the story. It shows the order in which events happen and can be either 'linear' or 'non-linear' depending on whether the events are presented in chronological order or not.

What is the difference between 'forward' and 'backward' plot structures?

A 'forward' plot follows a linear progression of events, moving from the beginning to the end in chronological order. A 'backward' plot, on the other hand, begins with the final event and moves backward to explain earlier events, often used to depict memories or past experiences.

How does 'point of view' affect a story?

The point of view determines how the story is narrated and from whose perspective. It can influence how readers perceive events and characters. The two main types are 'first person' (where the narrator uses 'I' or 'we') and 'third person' (where the narrator uses 'he', 'she', or 'they').

Can you provide an example of 'first person' point of view in the story?

An example of the first-person point of view is: 'I was standing by the ancient clock, reflecting on my past.' This gives the impression that the narrator is directly sharing their own experience.

What is 'moral' or 'message' in a story?

The moral of a story is the lesson or message that the author wants to communicate to the reader, often providing guidance on right or wrong. For instance, the story of 'Laskar Pelangi' teaches the importance of perseverance despite difficult circumstances.

What is the final task for students in the lesson based on the video?

The final task for students is to summarize the content of the video in their notebooks, explain the concept of 'setting' in a fictional story, and then take a photo of their notes and submit it to the classroom platform.