Setting PowerPoint Slideshow Fall 2008 ALB
Setting Where and when the story takes place Described by using imagery Language that appeals to the five senses Sight Hearing Touch Smell Taste
Setting Sets the story’s mood and atmosphere A dark and stormy night A bright, sunny day A castle on the edge of a cliff
Three Elements of Setting: Location The geographical location the story takes place in Time The time in history (or the future) in which the story takes place Environment The type of surroundings in which the story takes place. PLEASE NOTE: Many of these elements intertwine in writing and aren’t “distinct.”
The Most Dangerous Game by Richard Connell Islands
The Most Dangerous Game by Richard Connell Island
The Most Dangerous Game by Richard Connell Jungle
The Most Dangerous Game by Richard Connell Jungle
The Necklace by Guy Maupassant Eiffel Tower
The Necklace by Guy Maupassant L’arc au soir—a Paris landmark (important place)
The Necklace by Guy Maupassant A view of Paris
The Necklace by Guy Maupassant Dresses women wore during the Victoria Era in France
Eleven by Sandra Cisneros Roman Carnival Jester Costume
Eleven by Sandra Cisneros Birthday Cake- Object Rachel feels is important to her
The Lion King
The Lion King
The Lion King