Year 8 - Introduction to Short Stories

Year 8 - Introduction to Short Stories

We are trying something new today, let me know what you think!

Open Ended

What, in your own words, is a short story(besides being short)? What do you think is in it?

Poll

How many words do you think are in a short story?

• 1,000-2,000

• 3,000-4,000

• 5,000-6,000

• 7,000-10,000

7,000- 10,000!

This sounds like a lot, but it can usually be read in just one sitting!

Multiple Choice

A short story has AT MOST how many characters?

• 1

• 3

• 6

• 7

Multiple Choice

Which of these is part of a SHORT STORY?

• Complex plot

• Many emotions

• Covers many years

• Only a few characters

Why is the title of a story important?

Why is a title important?

Think about the title of your Independent Novel Study - what does it tell you about the book?

Open Ended

What is the name of your Independent Reading Novel? What does it make you think about or expect the book to be about?

Last two questions!

Review and Reflection

Open Ended

What did you think of using Quizziz(this interactive website) for learning? Was it helpful? Distracting? Fun but maybe not the best for learning something new?

Poll

Should I use this website again in class?

• Yes!

• No

• Sometimes