Introduction to Short Stories Ms. Richardson

Key Vocabulary adversity A problem you must overcome change A positive or negative difference compromise An equal agreement; to accept concession Give up confrontation altercation; argument

Key Vocabulary debate Argument; an exchange of ideas or opinions motive Reason or purpose for an action negotiate Compromise; coming to agreement oppose Disagreeing; different view; to go against progress Improvement; moving forward

Key Vocabulary radical Awesome; extreme reconciliation Rethinking; making up resolve Solution; to fix struggle Hardship; problem; high school  unify To come together

The Big Question Can progress be made without conflict? External conflict Internal conflict

Short Story A short story is a brief work of fiction intended to be read in one sitting. Writers usually limit the number of characters, the range of settings, and the scope of the action.

Plot A story’s plot is the sequence of events that make up the action. https://www.youtube.com /watch?v=ffAOkGg2Lr4 Exposition Rising action Inciting event Climax Falling action Resolution

Plot Diagrams Pick a fairy tale Create a plot diagram based on the fairy tale Hint: Cinderella is the easiest!