A narrative poem tells a story?

That's right! A narrative poem does tell a story. It's like a mini-movie in words, with characters, a plot, setting, and sometimes even dialogue.

Here's a breakdown:

* Characters: The people (or animals, objects, even ideas) involved in the story.

* Plot: The sequence of events, usually with a beginning, rising action, climax, falling action, and resolution.

* Setting: Where and when the story takes place (time and location).

* Dialogue: Sometimes included to give the characters more life and personality.

Narrative poems can be long or short, serious or funny, but they always aim to engage the reader by weaving a tale. Think of poems like "The Odyssey" or "The Raven" – they're narrative poems that have captivated readers for centuries!