Elements of Short Stories Plot (what happens) conflict (the basic opposition or tension that sets the plot of a short story in motion; it engages the reader‚ builds suspense or mystery‚ and arouses expectation for events to follow.) open-ended at both ends exposition (background information‚ setting the scene‚ establishes situation‚ dates the action) rising action (complication) (develops and intensifies the conflict) climax (crisis) (the moment at which
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This type of conflict is shown in the story Brownies‚ where the protagonist Laurel is conflicted on whether or not to stay reserved to herself or to speak up. When the troop corners the white girls‚ Laurel is not sure if she should share her ideas with her troop or to stand up for the white girls. “If I spoke even a word‚ I could count on someone calling me Snot.” Person vs. Self conflict is also conveyed in the story Our Lady of Peace. A new teacher named Lynnea is confused by the students that
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Lynn Walker INF 103 Prof. July 15‚ 2013 Short Critical Reflection Paper In a time where the cost to attend college is becoming so much more expensive it is necessary to find ways to cut costs and save as much money as possible. One such way to cut costs is by downloading and using Open Office‚ an open source application. There are many advantages to using this application‚ cost‚ or lack thereof‚ being one of them. Another advantage is the fact that it is style driven and the “method of formatting
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Nevertheless‚ as we kept talking I could only listen in fascination‚ our lives seemed so similar to each others. Our conversations were long‚ and laughter filled. We talked about our family and personal lives. We both became pretty close over the short amount of time that we had been talking. When it came to a more in depth conversation about of family‚ we both fell silent. “I used to have a father and mother‚ but they aren’t in the picture now” she explained as her eyes slowly teared up. After
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Short Story School - THE SCHOOL THE SCHOOL – Short Story School Some were brilliant bordering on genius. Others‚ genius bordering on madness. Almost all had spent a decade and three years together. But most were still unknown to each other. They dressed the same way; double-knot ties (two crests blue and two black‚ strictly slanting from right to left)‚ crisp ironed shirts‚ blue skirts which were measured by scales‚ one inch here and there and a week-long detention. Navy blue blazers which
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Short summary of Diabetes • Description of the disease • Risk factors for the disease • Lifestyle choices you can make in your life to decrease your modifiable risk factors for this disease Diabetes is the sixth leading cause of death in America today. Approximately 225‚000 people die each year of diabetes complications. There are basically two types of diabetes. Type 1 is known as the childhood diabetes‚ but not necessarily limited to children. Type 1 diabetes is the more
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through considerate‚ respectful eyes. 2. Do not for any reason‚ describe a person using a stereotype‚ even in your mind. 3. Give them a backstory. Who are they? Where did they come from? What’s their favorite color? C. Try this short exercise: 1. Describe me to someone‚ without using race‚ sex‚ age‚ or any physical attributes‚ use only words that describe my character. 2. We must practice promoting equality in all humans‚ in order to promote a viable future for
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Short Speech on YMCA Many people today take advantage of the sports and fitness services of their local YMCA‚ or “Y” as they’re commonly known. However‚ even those familiar with the organization’s recreational programs may know little about the Y’s history or mission. Originally founded in London in 1844‚ the Young Men’s Christian Association has enjoyed many successful years of operation. Today‚ the YMCA continues its commitment to ensuring that every person‚ regardless of age‚ income‚ or background
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As I was watching the news this weekend‚ I was also thinking of the short story I had to write using one of my vocabulary lists. I kept thinking of my words and watching the news and all I could think about was how all of the stories seemed to be spurious. It also appeared certain stations were in collusion in order to belie the truth. Probity is something that was taught in our home. I was raised to believe police officers were scrupulous in their actions. I was taught and believe police officers
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“The Maypole of Merry Mount” by Nathaniel Hawthorne is a short story about a young couple in love who must choose between a lifestyle of Puritanism or the lifestyle of the people of Merry Mount. Level 1- What are the names of the Lord and Lady of May? *The Lady of May is named Edith and the Lord of May is named Edgar. Level 2- What does the forest symbolize in Hawthorne’s “The Maypole of Merry Mount”? *Hawthorne uses the forest to symbolize a place where immoral and lawless activities
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