* Passage: This is a general term for any segment of written text.
* Text: This is another general term for any written or spoken material.
* Composition: This implies a more structured and planned piece of writing.
* Narrative: This specifically refers to a story or account of events.
* Excerpt: This is a part of a larger piece of writing that has been extracted.
* Section: This can be used for a distinct part of a longer work.
* Chapter: This is typically a division in a book, but can also be used for a distinct part of a longer work.
The best term to use depends on the specific context and the length and purpose of the text.