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Features of a Short Story - Coggle Diagram
Features of a Short Story
Conventions:
Short stories are SHORT
TItle
Narrative Conventions
Limited Characters
Limited Setting
Plot
Conflict
Theme
Language Conventions
Figurative Language
Descriptive Language
Grammar and Punctuation
Quick Engagement
Singular Theme
Short Time Frame- 1 Day Max
POV- First and Third
Limited tone
Conflict
Internal
Conflict through a MENTAL cause such as decision making
External
Conflict from an EXTERNAL Cause
Message
Not Part of a Series
Purpose
To Entertain
Quick Entertainment
To Persuade
To send a message
To POSITION the audience on a certain issue or event
To Raise Questions
Examples
The Miracle
Fanfictions and Spin-offs of larger Narratives
Fairy Tales
The Three Little PIgs
Little Red Riding Hood
Fables
The Hare and the Tortoise
Boy who Cried Wolf
Children's Stories/ Picture Books
The Hungry Caterpillar
Rhinoceros Beetle
Value
Encourages Imagination
Forms an Opinion