1. Introduction to Short Stories
Ms. Richardson

2. 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

3. 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

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

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

6. 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.

7. Plot A story’s plot is the sequence of events that make up the action.
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Exposition
Rising action
Inciting event
Climax
Falling action
Resolution

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