Understanding Story Endings

What is crucial for a good ending to a story or movie?

• Ignoring the main characters

• Starting a new conflict

• Tying up loose ends and leaving a lasting impression

• Introducing new characters

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In a good ending, the conflicts of the story should...

• be resolved

• wrap up in a way that makes sense

• leave the audience wondering what happened

• keep the audience guessing

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T/F - A good ending shows what happens to each character so the audience is not left wondering

• True

• False

• But what about...

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A good ending should make the audience feel ___.

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What role does a plot twist or surprise play in a story's ending?

• It is unnecessary

• It confuses the audience

• It makes the story boring

• It keeps the audience engaged until the very end

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The ending should match the main ideas and ​ (a)   of the story. It should ​ (b)   the audience of what the story was about and bring everything ​ (c)   .

• feelings
• remind
• together

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Why is it good to leave some things open to interpretation in a story's ending?

• To show the writer couldn't find a proper ending

• Because it makes the story forgettable

• To add depth and make the story more interesting

• To frustrate the audience

Although closure is important to an ending, it is also a good idea to leave some things open to interpretation.

What does this mean?

Give an example or explain in your own words.

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What book, show, or movie has a GREAT (or AWFUL) ending? Why do you think so?

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