Narratology generally deals with two major elements; one is Suzyet, i.e. structure, the other being
(A) Character
(B) Author
(C) Fabula
(D) Climax
Correct Ans: (C)
Explanation:
Narratology, the study of narrative structures, revolves around two major elements: Suzyet and Fabula. Suzyet refers to the structure or presentation of a story, including how events unfold, the sequence of storytelling, and narrative techniques. Fabula, on the other hand, represents the raw content of the story, covering events in their natural chronological order.
Russian Formalists introduced these terms to distinguish between what happens in a story (Fabula) and how it is told (Suzyet). For example, in a mystery novel, the author may reveal the crime first (Suzyet), but the Fabula follows the actual sequence—crime, investigation, and resolution. This distinction helps scholars analyze how different storytelling techniques affect audience perception.
The other options do not match the concept. Character is essential in storytelling but does not define structure. Author creates the narrative but is not a core structural element. Climax is a part of the narrative but does not represent the overall story content.
Thus, Fabula complements Suzyet, ensuring a clear distinction between story content and narrative presentation in media and literature.
