Exploring the Elements of a Short Story

What is the typical word count range for a short story?

• 500 to 1,000 words

• 1,000 to 5,000 words

• 10,000 to 15,000 words

• 5,000 to 10,000 words

What is a piece of fiction shorter than 1,000 words called?

• Microfiction

• Flash fiction

• Short short story

• Novella

Which aspect is NOT considered when examining the setting of a short story?

• Place

• Weather condition

• Time

• Character

Who is the central character in a story?

• Narrator

• Supporting character

• Protagonist

• Antagonist

What type of conflict involves a character's struggle with society?

• Internal conflict

• External conflict

• Emotional conflict

• Personal conflict

Which type of conflict involves a character's internal struggle?

• External conflict

• Internal conflict

• Social conflict

• Natural conflict

What is the term for the introduction stage of a plot?

• Climax

• Falling action

• Rising action

• Exposition

Which stage of the plot involves the highest tension?

• Exposition

• Rising action

• Climax

• Falling action

What is the central idea or message of a story called?

• Setting

• Theme

• Characterization

• Plot

Which of the following is NOT an example of a theme?

• Love

• Childhood

• Conflict

• Friendship