Short Story Structure and Plotting
Learning the conventions of short story writing, including plot arcs, conflict, and resolution.
Key Questions
- Design a compelling plot arc for a short story, including rising action and climax.
- Analyze how different types of conflict (internal/external) drive a narrative.
- Evaluate the impact of an ambiguous versus a definitive resolution in a short story.
National Curriculum Attainment Targets
Suggested Methodologies
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