1. Unit 1: Short Stories

2. Part I:Reading a Short Story

3. What is a Short Story????? A brief tale written to entertain you
Since the story is short the author has to fit in as much action as possible
A short story writer tries to pull you in quickly (gets your attention FAST!!!)
Many legends, folklore, and tall tales, are written as short stories

4. Elements of a Short a Shorty
Characters: They are believable, interesting characters that you want to care about. (be alert of how the main character grows/changes throughout the story)
Setting: time and place in which the story takes place
Conflict: challenges, or struggle are the basis of every short story. Characters may struggle with people animals, nature, or themselves

5. Elements of a Short Story Cont’
Point of View: Ever story is told from a point of view. Eugene told Biloxi Blues from his “Point of View”
Plot: Chain or sequence of events in a story.
i) Characters introduced
ii) conflict
iii) climax (turning point in the story)
iv) resolution (ending)

6. Elements of Short Story
Suspense: is what makes you worry about the characters (example: a characters life is in danger)
Theme: the main idea of the story. It is what the story has to say about life (Halloween Party: Do not trust Vampires)